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FAMILY / HAMILTON / 1795
A family domestic scene in Britain. The children read and play musical instruments. Date: 1793
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1793 1795 Hamilton Instruments Peacock Read Musical
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This evocative print, titled 'A Family Scene' and dated 1793, offers a captivating glimpse into the domestic life of a well-to-do British family during the late 18th century. The image, from the Mary Evans Collection, showcases a harmonious and engaging scene of familial bonding and intellectual pursuits. At the heart of the scene, a mother sits by the fireplace, sewing and overseeing her children's activities. Her attentive gaze is directed towards her eldest son, who is deeply engrossed in a book. The young boy, dressed in the fashion of the era, wears an expression of intense concentration as he reads. Nearby, his younger sister plays a harpsichord, her fingers gracefully dancing across the keys. A peacock struts proudly in the background, adding a touch of elegance and opulence to the scene. Another brother, clad in a waistcoat and breeches, plays a flute, his eyes closed in concentration as he produces melodic notes. A dog, perhaps a spaniel, rests at the feet of the mother, adding a sense of warmth and companionship to the image. This print, titled 'Family Scene' or 'Hamilton Family' in various sources, is a testament to the importance of education, music, and family values during the 18th century in Britain. It serves as a poignant reminder of the simple pleasures and joys that families found in their daily lives, and the enduring bonds that connected them.
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