Antique Framed Print : Naked little girl looking in the mirror
Framed Photos from Mary Evans Picture Library
Naked little girl looking in the mirror
A little girl wearing nothing but her shoes and socks, and pink ribbons in her hair, looks in the mirror and says " Goodness, Is That Me!" She is holding an apple in her left hand. Date: early 20th century
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Media ID 7212417
© Mary Evans Picture Library 2015 - https://copyrighthub.org/s0/hub1/creation/maryevans/MaryEvansPictureID/10422922
Apple Carpet Curtain Identity Mirror Naked Nude Nudity Patterned Recognition Reflection Revelation Ribbons Shock Shoes Surprise
21"x16" (54x41cm) Antique Frame
Bevelled wood effect frame, card mounted, 15x10 archival quality photo print. Overall outside dimensions 21x16 inches (54x41cm). Environmentally and ozone friendly, Polycore® moulding has the look of real wood, is durable and light and easy to hang. Biodegradable and made with non-chlorinated gases (no toxic fumes) it is efficient; producing 100 tons of polystyrene can save 300 tons of trees! Prints are glazed with lightweight, shatterproof, optical clarity acrylic (providing the same general protection from the environment as glass). The back is stapled hardboard with a sawtooth hanger attached. Note: To minimise original artwork cropping, for optimum layout, and to ensure print is secure, the visible print may be marginally smaller
Bevelled Wood Effect Framed and Mounted Prints - Professionally Made and Ready to Hang
Estimated Image Size (if not cropped) is 23.5cm x 37.1cm (9.3" x 14.6")
Estimated Product Size is 41.4cm x 54cm (16.3" x 21.3")
These are individually made so all sizes are approximate
Artwork printed orientated as per the preview above, with portrait (vertical) orientation to match the source image.
EDITORS COMMENTS
1. Title: "A Surprising Glimpse of Childhood: A Naked Little Girl Discovers Herself in the Mirror, Early 20th Century" In this photograph from the early 20th century, a little girl, clad only in her shoes and socks, gazes at her reflection in the mirror with a mixture of shock, revelation, and recognition. Her pink ribbons adorn her long, curly hair, adding a touch of innocence to the scene. The mirror, framed in a blue, ornate design, is draped with a patterned curtain, creating an intriguing contrast between the private and the public spheres. The room's blue carpet, with its geometric pattern, adds to the historical charm of the image. The little girl, holding an apple in her left hand, seems both fascinated and slightly alarmed by the naked image staring back at her. This moment of self-discovery, captured in time, represents a universal experience of childhood - the first realization of one's own identity and the beginning of understanding the complexities of growing up. The apple, a symbol of knowledge and temptation, further emphasizes the theme of discovery and the unfolding journey of self-awareness. This photograph, with its intriguing composition and historical context, invites us to reflect on the complexities of childhood and the universal experiences that shape our identities. It is a poignant reminder of the innocence and curiosity that define our earliest years, and the importance of embracing the unexpected twists and turns that life presents. The richly textured background, with its blue carpet and patterned mirror frame, adds depth and visual interest to the image, making it a captivating addition to any collection of historical photographs or studies of childhood. This timeless image, with its themes of identity, self-discovery, and the passage of time, is sure to evoke a sense of wonder and nostalgia in viewers of all ages.
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