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Songs of Home, c.1770-1959 (print)
3673515 Songs of Home, c.1770-1959 (print) by White, Smith & Company (19th-early 20th century); Newberry Library, Chicago, Illinois, USA; (add.info.: James Francis Driscoll collection of historical American sheet music, ca 1770-1959, Series 13: Minstrels and Blackface, n.d. Subseries 1: Minstrel Songs, n.d. Box 293
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by White, C. A.; Barney, J. A. (James A.), 1841 or 1842-; Eastburn, 1837-1918
Boston: White, Smith & Co.); © Newberry Library
Media ID 33086624
© © Newberry Library / Bridgeman Images
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This print titled "Songs of Home, c. 1770-1959" takes us on a nostalgic journey through American history. The image showcases the cover of a sheet music collection by White, Smith & Company, dating back to the 19th and early 20th centuries. Housed in the prestigious Newberry Library in Chicago, Illinois, this piece is part of the James Francis Driscoll collection. The cover design features intricate illustrations by C. A. White, J. A. Barney, and Eastburn that capture the essence of an era long gone. It evokes a sense of melancholy and sadness with its depiction of couples immersed in their emotions - perhaps reflecting on lost love or longing for something beyond their reach. The inclusion of children adds another layer to this emotional narrative; they appear innocent yet affected by the prevailing atmosphere. This print serves as a poignant reminder that even amidst joyous melodies and harmonious tunes lies an undercurrent of unhappiness and forlornness. As we gaze upon this artwork from Bridgeman Images, we are transported to a time when music served as both solace and expression for Americans across generations. It reminds us that feelings transcend time and place – resonating with audiences then as much as it does now. In capturing these fleeting moments frozen in ink on paper, "Songs of Home" invites us to reflect on our own experiences with sadness and melancholia while appreciating the enduring power of music throughout history.
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