Capital letters Plate in "Picturesque alphabet or New informative and picturesque alphabet", 1892 (engraving)

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Capital letters Plate in "Picturesque alphabet or New informative and picturesque alphabet", 1892 (engraving)

DUV4220516 Capital letters Plate in "Picturesque alphabet or New informative and picturesque alphabet", 1892 (engraving); 27x17.5 cm; (add.info.: Color wood engraving - Bookshop by Theodore Lefevre et Cie); Photo © Duvallon

Media ID 38156008

© Photo © Duvallon / Bridgeman Images

Castigation Corporal Punishment Corrected Disgrace Donkey Cap Feelings Forlorn Hidden Face Humilating Humiliate Humiliated Humiliation Isolated Isolation Kids Learn Loneliness Lonely Melancholia Melancholy Punished Punishments Sanctioned Solitude Unhappiness Unhappy

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This engraving from 1892 showcases the Capital letters Plate from "Picturesque alphabet or New informative and picturesque alphabet". The intricate details of each letter are beautifully displayed in this educational piece, designed to help children learn their ABCs. However, what truly stands out in this image is the presence of a donkey's cap, symbolizing punishment and correction. The somber mood conveyed by the donkey's cap hints at a darker side of education during that time period. Corporal punishment was not uncommon in schools, and this image serves as a reminder of the harsh methods used to discipline children. The sadness and melancholy on display evoke feelings of empathy for those who were subjected to such treatment. Despite its sobering undertones, this engraving also speaks to the importance of education and childhood learning. It captures a moment in history when teaching methods may have been harsh, but the desire to educate young minds was still paramount. As we reflect on this poignant image, we are reminded of how far we have come in our approach to educating children. It serves as a powerful testament to the evolution of pedagogy and highlights the resilience of those who endured hardships in pursuit of knowledge.

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