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Three people in a snowy landscape
Three people dressed in 18th century style, one of them holding a bunch of holly, in a snowy landscape
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Bunch Cold Cornered Ermine Ethel Holly Muff Parkinson Snowy Tricorne
EDITORS COMMENTS
A Winter's Blessing: Three Figures in 18th Century Attire Amidst a Snowy Landscape This evocative image, captured in the heart of the 18th century, depicts three individuals bundled against the biting cold of a wintry landscape. The snow-covered ground stretches out before them, blanketing the trees and shrubs in a pristine, pristine white. The figure on the left, a woman, wears a voluminous gown with a fitted bodice and a warm, fur-lined muff. Her hair is styled in elegant curls, held in place by a delicate ribbon. In her hands, she cradles a bunch of holly, its bright red berries a vivid contrast against the snow and her dark attire. Beside her, a man in a tricorne hat and ermine-trimmed coat stands tall and proud. His hands are tucked into the pockets of his breeches, and his expression is one of quiet contemplation. The third figure, a young boy, huddles close to the woman, his small hands clutching a similar muff to keep warm. He wears a cap and a simple smock, the clothes of a country lad. The scene exudes a sense of history and tradition, as if these figures have stepped straight out of a bygone era. The holly, a symbol of the winter solstice and everlasting life, adds a touch of Christmas cheer to the wintry tableau. The snow, a reminder of the cold and the passing of time, only serves to heighten the sense of nostalgia and wonder. This print, from the extensive collection of Mary Evans Prints Online, offers a glimpse into the past, transporting us to a time when life moved at a slower pace, and the simple joys of the season were celebrated with warmth and joy.
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