Commands: Sit on the chair and read your book (colour litho)

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Commands: Sit on the chair and read your book (colour litho)

8645087 Commands: Sit on the chair and read your book (colour litho) by English School, (20th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Sit on the chair and read your book. Illustration for the Commands Picture Book, No 5 (E J Arnold, c 1950).); © Look and Learn

Media ID 38500734

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1940 1949 19401949 1940s 1950 1959 1950 1959 Annees 50 50s 1950 50s 50 S 1950s 1950s 50s 50s Fifties Forties Nineteen Forties Read Reading Action The Forties To Read Years 1940 Years 40 Years Forty Educating

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This charming color lithograph print captures a nostalgic scene from mid-20th century England. The image depicts a young child obediently sitting on a chair, engrossed in reading a book. The simplicity of the composition and the innocence of the subject evoke feelings of warmth and nostalgia. The artwork is part of the Commands Picture Book series, specifically No 5, published by E J Arnold around 1950. It serves as an illustration for teaching children basic commands through engaging visuals. The emphasis on manners and discipline reflects the values of post-war British society during that time. The English School artist behind this piece skillfully captures the essence of childhood curiosity and obedience. The details in the furniture and surroundings add to the authenticity of the setting, transporting viewers back to a simpler era. Overall, this print is not just a visual delight but also a window into history, offering insight into cultural norms and educational practices from decades past. It reminds us of a time when children were encouraged to sit quietly with their books, fostering both imagination and discipline simultaneously.

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