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"Maidenhood" - painted by G. E. Hicks - from the Exhibition of the Royal Academy, 1856. Creator: T. Bolton. "Maidenhood" - painted by G. E. Hicks - from the Exhibition of the Royal Academy, 1856. Creator: T. Bolton
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"Maidenhood" - painted by G. E. Hicks - from the Exhibition of the Royal Academy, 1856. Creator: T. Bolton. "Maidenhood" - painted by G. E. Hicks - from the Exhibition of the Royal Academy, 1856. Creator: T. Bolton
"Maidenhood" - painted by G. E. Hicks - from the Exhibition of the Royal Academy, 1856. Engraving of a painting. "Standing with reluctant feet, Where the brook and river meet, Womanhood and childhood fleet. Gazing with a timid glance On the brooklet's swift advance, On the river's broad expanse. Deep and still, that gliding stream Beautiful to thee must seem, As the river of a dream". So sings Mr. Longfellow, and so Mr. Hicks has not unsuccessfully sought to embody'. From "Illustrated London News", 1856
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Maidenhood
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is a captivating painting by George Edgar Hicks, showcased at the Royal Academy Exhibition in 1856. This evocative work of art was beautifully engraved by T. Bolton and published in the "Illustrated London News." The painting depicts a young woman standing at the edge of a forest, where a brook meets a river. She hesitates, her feet rooted to the ground, as she contemplates the transition from childhood to womanhood. The poetic verse by Henry Wadsworth Longfellow resonates with the painting's theme: "Standing with reluctant feet, Where the brook and river meet, Womanhood and childhood fleet." Hicks masterfully embodies this concept, capturing the woman's introspective posture as she gazes at the swift advance of the brook and the broad expanse of the river. The painting's monochromatic palette adds to its timeless and dreamlike quality. The woman, dressed in a simple, rustic outfit, is surrounded by the natural beauty of the forest and the geographical features of the brook and river. Her hands are clasped in contemplation, as if seeking answers from the natural world around her. "Maidenhood" is a beautiful example of 19th-century art, showcasing the regionalism and rural themes that were popular during this period. The painting invites the viewer to reflect on the universal experience of growing up and the bittersweet transition from childhood to adulthood. This engraving is a testament to the power of art and literature to transport us to another time and place, allowing us to contemplate the depths of human emotion and experience. Whether viewed in an art gallery or as a print in a private collection, "Maidenhood" continues to captivate and inspire generations of art lovers.
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