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Barnaby and His Mother Waiting For the Coach (engraving)
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Barnaby and His Mother Waiting For the Coach (engraving)
2563214 Barnaby and His Mother Waiting For the Coach (engraving) by Koch, A.E. & Darley, F.O.C. (19th century); 21x13.5 cm; Free Library of Philadelphia; (add.info.: Caption: She sat here, thoughtful and apart until their time was out and the distant home told that the coach was coming. ); eFree Library of Philadelphia; Print and Picture Collection, Free Library of Philadelphia; English, out of copyright
Media ID 22892968
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In this engraving titled "Barnaby and His Mother Waiting For the Coach" we are transported to a scene filled with anticipation and emotion. The print, created by A. E. Koch and F. O. C. Darley in the 19th century, measures 21x13.5 cm and is housed in the Free Library of Philadelphia. The caption for this evocative image reads: "She sat here, thoughtful and apart until their time was out and the distant home told that the coach was coming". We see a tired mother seated on a bench, deep in contemplation while her young son stands beside her. Both characters seem weary yet hopeful as they await their ride back home. Surrounded by elements from Charles Dickens' novel "Barnaby Rudge" such as ravens perched nearby, this engraving captures not only a moment frozen in time but also echoes themes of family bonds, longing, and resilience found within literature. The attention to detail is remarkable; every line etched into the print tells its own story. From the worn-out books scattered around them to the towering church spire in the background, each element adds depth to this poignant scene. This enchanting artwork from Bridgeman Images invites us to reflect on our own journeys through life—waiting for something or someone amidst uncertainty—and reminds us of the power of connection between mothers and sons throughout history's pages.
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