Illustration, Mending the Dolls Head
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Illustration, Mending the Dolls Head
Illustration, Mending the Dolls Head.
circa 1900s
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Media ID 14311456
© Terry Parker / Mary Evans Picture Library
Browne Doll Dolls Fixing Glue Gordon Mending Stick Sticking Toys
EDITORS COMMENTS
Mending the Dolls Head" is an enchanting illustration from the early 1900s, captured by the skilled hand of Terry Parker and preserved in the extensive collection of Mary Evans Picture Library. This charming piece of art transports us back in time to an Edwardian era childhood, where simple joys and the warmth of home reigned supreme. The illustration depicts a thoughtful and determined young boy and girl, seated at a small, rickety table. Their faces are etched with concentration as they carefully attend to their cherished dolls. The boy, with a serious expression, applies a generous amount of glue to the cracked head of a doll, while the girl, with a gentle touch, presses a small, round object into place. The doll's head, once shattered, is now being mended with the utmost care and attention. The scene is set in a cozy, sunlit room, with the warm glow of a fireplace casting a gentle light on the children and their task. The table is adorned with various tools of the trade – a pot of glue, a box of sticks, and a collection of other small, broken dolls, waiting their turn for repair. The children's clothing, though worn and simple, speaks of the comfort and familiarity of home. This illustration is a beautiful reminder of the simple pleasures and the enduring bond between children and their toys. It also highlights the importance of repair and restoration, a skill that was essential in the days before mass-produced, disposable items. The children in the illustration embody the spirit of resilience and resourcefulness, making the most of what they have and cherishing their belongings. In summary, "Mending the Dolls Head" is a captivating illustration that evokes the charm and nostalgia of a bygone era. It transports us to a simpler time, where the joys of childhood were found in the smallest of things, and the bonds between loved ones and their treasured possessions were unbreakable.
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