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The Blind Girl. 1856: Two beggar girls, the elder one blind and with concertina
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Size: 6000 x 9033 (19.3MB)
Date: 28th March 2014
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The Blind Girl. 1856: Two beggar girls, the elder one blind and with concertina
The Blind Girl. 1856: Two beggar girls, the elder one blind and with concertina she uses for begging in her lap, rest by wayside stream after rain Double rain bow in background. Forget-me-nots bloom bottom left. Butterfly settles on girls cloak. John Everett Millais (1829-1896) English artist. Pre-Raphaelite Brotherhood. Oil on canvas
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1829 1896 1856 Artist Background Beggar Begging Blind Bloom Bottom Brotherhood Butterfly Cloak Double Elder Everett Girl Girls Hope John Left Life Meteorology Millais Poverty Pre Raphaelite Rain Rainbow Rest River Stream Weather Concertina Forget Me Nots Settles Wayside
EDITORS COMMENTS
In this print titled "The Blind Girl" we are transported to a moment frozen in time, capturing the essence of life's hardships and the enduring hope that resides within. Painted by John Everett Millais, an English artist belonging to the Pre-Raphaelite Brotherhood, this oil on canvas masterpiece tells a poignant story. Two beggar girls find solace by a wayside stream after rainfall. The elder girl, blind yet resilient, sits with her concertina resting on her lap - her only means of begging for survival. As if nature itself acknowledges their struggle, a double rainbow graces the background while forget-me-nots bloom at the bottom left corner of the frame. Amidst their poverty-stricken existence, there is an unexpected moment of beauty as a butterfly gracefully settles upon the cloak worn by one of these young girls. It serves as a reminder that even in life's darkest moments, small miracles can bring joy and comfort. Millais masterfully captures not just weather conditions but also emotions through his brushstrokes. The painting evokes empathy and compassion for those facing adversity while highlighting themes of resilience and hope against all odds. "The Blind Girl" is more than just an artistic representation; it is a testament to human strength amidst challenging circumstances. This timeless piece invites us to reflect on our own lives and consider how we can extend kindness towards others who may be fighting silent battles unseen by most.
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