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DAY: BOY, 1905. Portrait of a boy with a shepherds crook and tortoise. Photograph by F
DAY: BOY, 1905.
Portrait of a boy with a shepherds crook and tortoise. Photograph by F. Holland Day, c1906
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Media ID 13216689
1905 Crook Fine Art Photography Holland Pictorialism Platinum Print Profile Shepherd Tortoise Unidentified
Greetings Card Large (A4)
Step back in time with our exquisite DAY: BOY greeting card from the Media Storehouse collection. This beautifully preserved photograph, taken by F. Holland Day in 1905, captures the essence of nostalgia with a portrait of a young boy holding a shepherd's crook and a tortoise. The timeless image, sourced from The Granger Collection, is a perfect reminder of the simple joys of childhood and the beauty of nature. Add a personal message and send a touch of history to your loved ones with this unique and captivating card.
Create your own large greetings card. Size when folded is A4 (21x30cm or 8.3x11.7 inches)
Greetings Cards suitable for Birthdays, Weddings, Anniversaries, Graduations, Thank You and much more
Estimated Image Size (if not cropped) is 29.7cm x 21cm (11.7" x 8.3")
Estimated Product Size is 29.7cm x 42cm (11.7" x 16.5")
These are individually made so all sizes are approximate
Artwork printed orientated as per the preview above, with landscape (horizontal) orientation to match the source image.
EDITORS COMMENTS
DAY: BOY, 1905. A captivating portrait of a young American boy from the turn of the century, captured in sepia tones by photographer F. Holland Day in 1906. The fine art photograph showcases the boy holding a shepherd's crook with one hand and cradling a tortoise in the other. This exquisite platinum print exemplifies the pictorialism movement, known for its emphasis on artistic expression and soft focus. The profile view of this unidentified child creates an air of mystery, inviting viewers to imagine his story and contemplate his connection to nature. The outdoor setting adds depth to the composition, as sunlight gently illuminates his features and casts shadows on his face. Fascinating details emerge upon closer inspection - from the intricate texture of the boy's clothing to the delicate patterns etched onto his crook. The juxtaposition between strength (symbolized by the shepherd's crook) and fragility (represented by the tortoise) sparks curiosity about their significance within this young boy's world. This remarkable image transports us back in time, offering a glimpse into early 20th-century America through an artist's lens. Granger Art on Demand presents this timeless piece that captures both innocence and resilience, reminding us of our shared humanity across generations.
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