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Tells Son, 1880 (oil on canvas)
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Tells Son, 1880 (oil on canvas)
PNH350776 Tells Son, 1880 (oil on canvas) by Brown, Ford Madox (1821-93); 40.5x37 cm; Private Collection; Photo ePeter Nahum at The Leicester Galleries, London; English, out of copyright
Media ID 22947318
© Peter Nahum at The Leicester Galleries, London / Bridgeman Images
Apple Folklore Innocent William Tell
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In this oil on canvas painting titled "Tells Son, 1880" artist Ford Madox Brown transports us to a moment of innocence and folklore. The image showcases a young boy, the son of William Tell, standing beneath a majestic tree with an apple in his hand. The half-length portrait captures the Victorian era's attention to detail and realism. The boy's expression is one of curiosity and wonder as he contemplates his father's legendary feat of shooting an apple off his head. His wide-eyed gaze invites viewers into the world of imagination and adventure that lies within childhood. The necklace adorning the boy's neck adds a touch of elegance to this otherwise rustic scene. It serves as a reminder that even in tales rooted in tradition, there is room for beauty and refinement. Ford Madox Brown masterfully combines elements from folklore and everyday life in this enchanting painting. Through skillful brushwork and meticulous composition, he brings forth not only the story but also the emotions associated with it. This print allows us to appreciate both the artistic technique employed by Brown and the timeless appeal of storytelling through visual art. As we gaze upon this piece, we are reminded of our own childhood dreams filled with heroes, legends, and innocent wonderment.
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