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Kingsley / Water Babies
Tom saw the fairies carry baby & cradle gently down; another drowned baby is introduced to the world of the water babies
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1863 Babies Carry Cradle Drowned Fairies Gently Introduced Kingsley Sea Bed Sleeping Under Water
Postcards (8 pack of A6)
Set of 8, A6 Postcards, featuring the same image on all cards in a set. Printed on 350gsm premium white satin card, the back of the postcard includes space to write messages and an area for the address and stamp. Size of each postcard is 15cm x 10.6cm.
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Estimated Product Size is 10.6cm x 15cm (4.2" x 5.9")
These are individually made so all sizes are approximate
Artwork printed orientated as per the preview above, with landscape (horizontal) or portrait (vertical) orientation to match the source image.
EDITORS COMMENTS
This evocative image, taken from an 1863 edition of the classic children's book "The Water-Babies, A Fairy Tale for a Land Baby" by Charles Kingsley, captures a magical moment in the underwater world of the Water-Babies. In the scene, a group of fairies are seen gently carrying a sleeping baby down to the watery realm below. The baby, swaddled in soft cloth and cradled in the hands of the fairies, appears peaceful and content as he is introduced to his new aquatic home. The historical context of this illustration is significant, as "The Water-Babies" was one of the first children's books to explore the idea of underwater creatures and the natural world in great detail. The book, which was published in serial form from 1862 to 1863, was an instant success and remains a beloved classic today. The image also features a curious dog peering over the edge of the water, perhaps hinting at the boundary between the human world and the world of the Water-Babies. The dog, with its loyal and inquisitive nature, serves as a reminder of the connection between the two worlds and the sense of wonder and discovery that comes with exploring new places. Despite the whimsical nature of the scene, the image also carries a somber undertone, as another drowned baby lies at the bottom of the sea bed, surrounded by the vibrant and colorful underwater world. This juxtaposition of life and death, and the idea of rebirth and transformation, is a recurring theme in the book and adds depth and complexity to the story. Overall, this image from "The Water-Babies" is a beautiful and intriguing glimpse into the world of Charles Kingsley's imaginative and enduring tale, and serves as a reminder of the power of storytelling to transport us to new and magical places.
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