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Girl Holding Hands With Drenched Boy (chromolitho)
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Girl Holding Hands With Drenched Boy (chromolitho)
733495 Girl Holding Hands With Drenched Boy (chromolitho) by American School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: GIrl Holding Hands With Drenched Boy.); Look and Learn / Barbara Loe Collection
Media ID 22392834
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In this charming chromolitho print from the 19th century, we see a heartwarming scene of a girl holding hands with a drenched boy. The image captures the innocence and joy of childhood as they stand under a canopy of lush trees. Despite being soaked to the bone, both children are smiling brightly, radiating happiness. The girl wears a bonnet that is dripping with water, while the boy's clothes cling to his body from head to toe. It becomes evident that their unexpected drenching was not intentional but rather an accident. However, their spirits remain undampened as they find solace in each other's company. The significance of this artwork lies in its subtle advertising message - "Saved by Acme Soap". This clever inclusion adds depth to the narrative by suggesting that even after such misfortune, cleanliness can be restored through the power of quality soap products. As we observe them standing near a wishing well and surrounded by laundry items like baskets and soap bars, it becomes clear that these children were engaged in some form of washing or cleaning activity before getting caught in the rain. Perhaps they were playfully trying to launder their clothes or wash something special when nature intervened. Overall, this delightful print evokes feelings of nostalgia and reminds us of simpler times when even unexpected mishaps could turn into moments filled with laughter and shared experiences between friends.
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