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Yon Widow'd Solitary Thing, 1833. Creator: Unknown
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Yon Widow'd Solitary Thing, 1833. Creator: Unknown
Yon Widow'd Solitary Thing, 1833. Poor woman gathering watercress from a river, illustration to lines from The Deserted Village by Oliver Goldsmith:..That feebly bends beside the plashy spring; She, wretched matron, forced in age, for bread, To strip the brook with mantling cresses spread'. Possibly after Thomas Bewick or Frederick Wilton Litchfield Stockdale
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Yon Widow'd Solitary Thing
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is a poignant and evocative image of a poor, wretched matron gathering watercress from a riverbank. The monochrome print, possibly created in the 19th century, is an illustration to lines from Oliver Goldsmith's poem "The Deserted Village." The verse reads, "...That feebly bends beside the plashy spring; She, wretched matron, forced in age, for bread, To strip the brook with mantling cresses spread." The image, which may have been influenced by the works of Thomas Bewick or Frederick Wilton Litchfield Stockdale, depicts the woman with a basket at her side, her back bent as she carefully gathers the cresses from the water's edge. The scene is set in the English countryside, with the geographical feature of a river providing the backdrop to the woman's daily struggle for sustenance. The print, executed in pen and black ink on cream laid paper laid down on card, is a poignant representation of the concept of poverty and the harsh realities of rural life in Britain during the 19th century. The image is a testament to the enduring power of literature to inspire art and to capture the human condition in all its complexity. The print is a valuable addition to any art collection, art centre, art gallery, or art institute, and is a reminder of the rich heritage of art and literature that has shaped our cultural heritage. The image invites us to reflect on the resilience and determination of the human spirit in the face of adversity, and to appreciate the beauty and simplicity of nature, even in its most unforgiving forms. The image is a powerful reminder of the importance of preserving and celebrating our artistic and literary heritage, and of the enduring power of art to inspire and move us. Whether viewed as a work of art or as an illustration to a beloved poem, "Yon Widow'd Solitary Thing" is a timeless masterpiece that continues to captivate and inspire viewers to this day.
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