The personification of Hope
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The personification of Hope
The personification of Hope, particularly in the maritime world. It is easy to see (when looking at this card) whereupon the phrase (and pub name!) The Hope and Anchor originates! Date: 1914
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Media ID 14348631
© Mary Evans / Grenville Collins Postcard Collection
Anchor Garland Hold Holds Hope Hopeful Hoping Kitsch Maritime Nightdress Personification Prongs Seafaring Sep15
EDITORS COMMENTS
This image from 1914, obtained from Mary Evans Prints Online, presents the personification of Hope in the maritime world. Hope, an essential human emotion, is depicted as a woman with outstretched arms, her eyes closed in a peaceful slumber, cradling an anchor. The anchor, a symbol of safety and security, is held with its prongs gently touching the waves, as if to signify the calming effect of hope during the tumultuous seas of life. The floral garland surrounding Hope adds to the ethereal beauty of the scene, with its vibrant colors and delicate petals, symbolizing the blooming of new beginnings and the promise of a brighter future. The nightdress she wears, adorned with intricate patterns, adds a touch of kitsch charm to the print. The phrase 'The Hope and Anchor' and its use as a popular pub name can be traced back to this image. The anchor represents the safety and security that hope brings, while the hopeful personification of the emotion itself provides a beacon of light in the stormy seas of life. This print, with its timeless beauty and powerful symbolism, serves as a reminder of the enduring power of hope and its ability to provide solace and strength during the most challenging of times. The maritime setting adds an extra layer of meaning, as the sea has long been a symbol of the unknown and the uncertain, making hope all the more valuable in such a context.
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