Pining Collection
"Pining: A Melancholic Journey through Art and Literature" HGC Marsh Lambert's "Thoughts of Liberia: Emancipation
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"Pining: A Melancholic Journey through Art and Literature" HGC Marsh Lambert's "Thoughts of Liberia: Emancipation, 1861" captures the yearning for freedom and liberation in the hearts of those oppressed. In "Farewell Fair Lily, " an illustration from Alfred Tennyson's Idylls of the King, we witness unrequited love that leaves one pining for a lost connection. "The Majors Daughter, 1862" by wood engraving portrays a longing for companionship amidst the chaos of war, highlighting the human desire for solace. Illustrating The Story of Sir Pellias, we delve into Arthurian legend where passion and devotion intertwine with heart-wrenching pining. Radha's depiction in "Radha Pines, 1685" reveals a deep yearning for her beloved Krishna, showcasing the intensity of love that transcends time. The painting "Will He Come Back?, c. 1918" encapsulates hope tinged with sorrow as one waits anxiously for a loved one's return during wartime. "Our First Deal in Horseflesh in Manitoba (engraving)" showcases anticipation mixed with trepidation as pioneers embark on new ventures far from home. "The Madness of Sir Tristan, " from The Story of Tristan and Isolde depicts an agonizing longing that drives lovers to despair and irrationality. "I'm wearing my heart away for you dear (colour litho)" illustrates lovesickness so profound it consumes every thought and action like a relentless fire within. In Loyalty of a dog refusing to leave his dead master's graveside (colour litho), unwavering devotion is portrayed even after death - true loyalty knows no bounds or limitations. Henry Peters Gray's masterpiece "The Pride of the Village, 1858-59" evokes nostalgia and yearning for simpler times when community bonds were strong. Through these diverse artworks, we witness the universal human experience.