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Happy Hampstead!, 1875. Artist: Joseph Swain
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Happy Hampstead!, 1875. Artist: Joseph Swain
Happy Hampstead!, 1875. A suburban family is shown enjoying a day out in the park. Behind them lurk the shrouded and menacing figures of Smallpox and Fever. From Punch, or the London Charivari, March 27, 1875
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Daughter Disease Father Fatherhood Fever Ghostly Hampstead Heath Heath Heritage Image Partnership John Tenniel Joseph Swain Pipe Sir John Tenniel Smallpox Suburban Swain Tenniel Top Hat Umbrella Lurk
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Happy Hampstead!, 1875
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is a captivating print that showcases the idyllic suburban life of a Victorian family enjoying a day out in the park. Created by renowned artists Joseph Swain and John Tenniel, this satirical engraving from Punch, or the London Charivari, offers an intriguing glimpse into 19th-century Britain. In this scene, we see a father figure dressed in his top hat and smoking pipe while engaging with his son. The mother stands nearby, holding an umbrella to shield her family from the elements. Their daughter playfully interacts with them, all adorned in typical Victorian attire. However, lurking ominously behind this seemingly happy family are ghostly figures representing Smallpox and Fever - diseases that haunted cities like London during that era. This clever juxtaposition serves as a reminder of the constant threat to health and well-being faced by urban dwellers at the time. The monochrome aesthetic adds depth to this heritage image partnership between Swain and Tenniel. Through their artistic collaboration, they bring forth social commentary on both familial relationships and public health concerns prevalent during the 19th century. "Happy Hampstead!, 1875" not only captures a moment frozen in time but also invites viewers to reflect on broader concepts such as disease prevention and societal norms of parenthood. It remains an evocative piece that continues to resonate with audiences today.
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