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Oliver Asks for More, illustration for Character Sketches from Dickens
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Oliver Asks for More, illustration for Character Sketches from Dickens
IL193487 Oliver Asks for More, illustration for Character Sketches from Dickens compiled by B.W. Matz, 1924 (colour litho) by Copping, Harold (1863-1932); Private Collection; English, out of copyright
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1812 70 Apron Astonishment Begging Bold Bowl Cook Dining Hall Gruel Hunger Hungry Ladle Oliver Twist Orphan Orphanage Orphans Orphelin Orphelins Outrage Porridge Shock Spoon Stove Charles Dickens
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Oliver Asks for More - A Glimpse into Dickensian Hunger
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. In this print titled "Oliver Asks for More" we are transported back to the pages of Charles Dickens' timeless masterpiece, Oliver Twist. The illustration, part of the Character Sketches from Dickens compiled by B. W. Matz in 1924, vividly captures a pivotal moment in the story. Set within the confines of an austere orphanage dining hall, our eyes are drawn to young Oliver Twist himself. With astonishment etched across his face and a boldness that defies his meager stature, he stands before a female cook holding an empty bowl and spoon. The ladle she wields seems minuscule against the enormity of Oliver's hunger. The scene is filled with contrasting emotions - outrage and shock mingle with hunger and desperation. The other orphans watch on with wide-eyed curiosity as their fellow comrade dares to challenge authority in pursuit of sustenance. Harold Copping's masterful use of color lithography brings life to this poignant moment. From the warm hues emanating from the stove to the worn apron draped around the cook's waist, every detail adds depth and texture to this powerful image. As we gaze upon this print, we cannot help but be reminded of Dickens' ability to shed light on social injustices through compelling storytelling. This snapshot encapsulates not only Oliver's plight but also serves as a stark reminder of poverty-stricken children
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