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The Song of the Shirt, or For Only One Short Hour, 1854 (oil on canvas)
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The Song of the Shirt, or For Only One Short Hour, 1854 (oil on canvas)
XYC139990 The Song of the Shirt, or For Only One Short Hour, 1854 (oil on canvas) by Blunden, Anna E. (1830-1915); 47x39.5 cm; Yale Center for British Art, Paul Mellon Fund, USA; (add.info.: poetry by Thomas Hood (1799-1845) For only one short hour/To feel as I used to feel, /Before I knew the woes of want/And the walk that cost a meal ; )
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Chimney Common Prayer Hands Clasped Misery Pray Prayed Prayer Saying Prayers Seamstress Starvation Supplication Worship Povety Pre Raphaelite
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This print showcases Anna E. Blunden's oil on canvas painting titled "The Song of the Shirt, or For Only One Short Hour" from 1854. The artwork measures 47x39.5 cm and is housed at the Yale Center for British Art, USA. Blunden's masterpiece beautifully captures a poignant moment in time, inspired by Thomas Hood's evocative poem of the same name. In this scene, we witness a female seamstress in an urban setting, her hands clasped in prayer as she gazes out of a window overlooking the cityscape. The painting depicts themes of poverty and misery prevalent during the Victorian era. The artist skillfully portrays the desperation and starvation faced by many working-class individuals through her meticulous attention to detail - from the worn-out clothing to the dilapidated chimney in the background. Blending elements of Pre-Raphaelite aesthetics with social commentary, Blunden invites viewers to reflect upon societal issues such as economic inequality and exploitation. Through her brushstrokes, she conveys both vulnerability and resilience within this unnamed sempstress who seeks solace through prayer amidst her dire circumstances. "The Song of the Shirt" serves as a powerful reminder that even during times of despair, faith can provide comfort and hope. This thought-provoking piece continues to resonate with audiences today as it sheds light on timeless struggles faced by marginalized communities worldwide.
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