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The Foundling, c1869. Artist: P Lightfoot
The Foundling, c1869. Engraving after a painting in the Tate Gallery, London. A baby - the foundling - surrounded by people puzzling over documents
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Media ID 15465805
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And Co Conversation Conversing Document Foundling Genre Scene George Bernard Js Virtue And Co Lightfoot Mystery Oneill Papers Virtue George Bernard Oneill Jamess Lawyer
14"x18" Premium Frame
Contemporary style Premium Wooden Frame with 8"x12" Print. Complete with 2" White Mat and 1.25" thick MDF frame. Printed on 260 gsm premium paper. Glazed with shatter proof UV coated acrylic glass. Backing is paper covered backing with rubber bumpers. Supplied ready to hang with a pre-installed sawtooth/wire hanger. Care Instructions: Spot clean with a damp cloth. Securely packaged in a clear plastic bag and envelope in a reinforced cardboard shipper
FSC Real Wood Frame and Double Mounted with White Conservation Mountboard - Professionally Made and Ready to Hang
Estimated Image Size (if not cropped) is 30.4cm x 20.3cm (12" x 8")
Estimated Product Size is 45.8cm x 35.6cm (18" x 14")
These are individually made so all sizes are approximate
Artwork printed orientated as per the preview above, with landscape (horizontal) orientation to match the source image.
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The Foundling, c1869
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is a captivating print that showcases an engraving after a painting in the Tate Gallery, London. The image depicts a thought-provoking genre scene from 19th-century Britain. At its center lies a vulnerable baby - the foundling - surrounded by individuals engrossed in puzzling over documents. The monochrome composition evokes a sense of mystery and intrigue, transporting viewers back to an era defined by social complexities. The artist's attention to detail is evident as each person's expression reflects their deep contemplation and engagement with the papers at hand. Men and women alike are drawn into this enigmatic conversation, suggesting that the subject matter holds great significance for all. This powerful visual narrative raises questions about identity, law, and societal norms prevalent during Victorian times. It invites us to ponder the fate of this abandoned child and contemplate how legal documents may shape one's destiny. As we delve into "The Foundling" we become witnesses to an intimate moment frozen in time - where compassion meets bureaucracy, hope intertwines with uncertainty. P Lightfoot skillfully captures this poignant scene through his masterful engraving technique. "The Foundling" serves as both a historical document and an artistic masterpiece that continues to captivate audiences today. Its enduring appeal lies in its ability to evoke empathy while shedding light on complex themes still relevant centuries later.
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