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THE SEASONS: SUMMER, 1819. She with the sylvan pen Of rural lovers this confession carve d, Which soon her Damon kiss d with weeping joy. Illustration for an edition of The Seasons, by James Thomson (1700-1748). Line engraving by Charles Heath after a drawing by Richard Westall, 1819
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THE SEASONS: SUMMER, 1819. She with the sylvan pen Of rural lovers this confession carve d, Which soon her Damon kiss d with weeping joy. Illustration for an edition of The Seasons, by James Thomson (1700-1748). Line engraving by Charles Heath after a drawing by Richard Westall, 1819
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1819 Beach Carving Forest Heath Poetry Regency Richard Romance Summer Thomson Tree Westall
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This print titled "THE SEASONS: SUMMER, 1819" transports us to a bygone era of romance and natural beauty. The image depicts a serene forest scene, where a woman sits under the shade of a tree with her sylvan pen in hand. With delicate strokes, she carves her heartfelt confession into the bark, an intimate message for her beloved Damon. The illustration is part of an edition of James Thomson's renowned poem collection, The Seasons. Created in 1819 by Charles Heath after Richard Westall's drawing, this line engraving beautifully captures the essence of summer through its intricate details and sublime composition. As we gaze upon this enchanting artwork, we can almost feel the warmth of the sun filtering through the leaves and hear the gentle rustle of nearby river waters. It evokes a sense of tranquility and nostalgia that takes us back to an early Regency period when nature was revered as both muse and sanctuary. The combination of poetry and visual art in this piece invites us to immerse ourselves in Thomson's lyrical verses while admiring Westall's skillful interpretation. It reminds us that even amidst our modern lives, there is still solace to be found in nature's embrace – where love blossoms like wildflowers beneath ancient trees. This print from Granger Art on Demand allows us to cherish not only the artistic mastery behind it but also serves as a timeless reminder that love knows no bounds when expressed with sincerity amidst nature’s spl
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