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Second Class - The Parting Thus part we rich in sorrow, parting poor. "
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Second Class - The Parting Thus part we rich in sorrow, parting poor. "
XYC282791 Second Class - The Parting " Thus part we rich in sorrow, parting poor.", 1855 (oil on panel) by Soloman, Abraham (1823-62); 20.3x25.4 cm; Yale Center for British Art, Paul Mellon Collection, USA; British, out of copyright
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Compartment Departure Scene Lower Classes Luggage Passenger Passengers Sister Widow Public Transport Sadness
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In this poignant and evocative print titled "Second Class - The Parting" we are transported back to the year 1855, capturing a moment of heart-wrenching separation. Painted by Abraham Soloman, this oil on panel artwork measures 20.3x25.4 cm and is now housed in the prestigious Yale Center for British Art. The scene unfolds within the confines of a train compartment, where a family bids farewell to their loved ones. A young boy stands at the center, his face etched with sadness as he prepares to embark on a journey without his mother and sister. The weight of their departure hangs heavy in the air as they part ways, symbolizing both emotional and economic divisions. Soloman skillfully captures every detail of this somber scene; from the widow's bonnet to her luggage neatly arranged nearby. The interior of the carriage exudes Victorian elegance while serving as an intimate backdrop for this tender moment. Through this artwork, Soloman invites us to reflect upon themes such as class disparity, familial bonds strained by circumstance, and the bittersweet nature of travel itself. As we gaze upon these passengers frozen in time, we cannot help but feel empathy for their plight. This image serves as a reminder that even amidst sorrowful goodbyes and uncertain futures, there exists an enduring resilience within those who find themselves relegated to second-class status – forever rich in sorrow yet undeniably poor when it comes to partings like these.
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