The Confession of the old woman clothed in grey, from The Ingoldsby Legends

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The Confession of the old woman clothed in grey, from The Ingoldsby Legends

KW341495 The Confession of the old woman clothed in grey, from The Ingoldsby Legends by Thomas Ingoldsby, published by Richard Bentley & Son, 1887 (litho) by Leech, John (1817-64); Private Collection; (add.info.: Thomas Ingoldsby aka Richard Harris Barham (1788-1845); first published 1840-43; ); Ken Welsh; English, out of copyright

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This black and white lithograph, titled "The Confession of the old woman clothed in grey, from The Ingoldsby Legends" transports us to a Victorian-era bedroom. The scene is filled with tension as we witness a shocking confession unfolding on a deathbed. In this dramatic illustration by John Leech, we see an elderly woman dressed in somber grey robes kneeling before a priest. Her face is etched with lines of worry and regret, while the priest's expression reveals his astonishment at her revelation. A large witch's hat rests ominously on the table nearby, hinting at darker secrets yet to be unveiled. The room itself exudes an air of mystery and intrigue. Dimly lit by candlelight, its walls are adorned with intricate tapestries depicting scenes from ancient legends. Every detail has been meticulously captured by Leech's skilled hand, transporting us into this intimate space where life and death intersect. "The Confession of the old woman clothed in grey" is part of Thomas Ingoldsby's collection of macabre tales known as The Ingoldsby Legends. Published in 1887 by Richard Bentley & Son, these stories have captivated readers for decades with their blend of folklore and Gothic horror. This mesmerizing print captures not only the essence of Ingoldsby's storytelling but also showcases Leech's talent for bringing characters to life through his illustrations. It serves as a haunting reminder that even in our final moments, secrets can still unravel and shock those

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