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IL335120 A Palanquin appeared at the foot of the steps, illustration from The Cuckoo Clock by Mrs Molesworth, published by Macmillan in 1930 (colour litho) by Brock, Charles Edmund (1870-1938); Private Collection; (add.info.: Griselda is sent to live with two old aunts and is lonely and bored but the cuckoo in the old cuckoo clock is magic and takes her on various adventures - to Butterflyland and to the Other Side of the Moon); English, out of copyright
Media ID 22677250
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This print titled "A Palanquin appeared at the foot of the steps" transports us into a world of fantasy and enchantment. Illustrated by Charles Edmund Brock for the book "The Cuckoo Clock" written by Mrs Molesworth, this image depicts a magical moment that is sure to delight both young and old. In the illustration, we see a young girl named Griselda standing at the bottom of a grand staircase. Suddenly, out of thin air, a palanquin materializes before her eyes. This traditional sedan chair is carried by Chinese men dressed in vibrant costumes adorned with intricate details. The scene becomes even more surreal as Chinese lanterns illuminate their path. Griselda's expression reveals her sheer delight and wonderment as she witnesses this extraordinary spectacle unfold before her. It is evident that she has been transported into an enchanted realm where anything is possible. This whimsical artwork captures the essence of magic and adventure found within the pages of children's literature. Through the power of imagination, Griselda embarks on incredible journeys to Butterflyland and even to the Other Side of the Moon with help from a mystical cuckoo residing in an old clock. With its rich colors, Victorian charm, and dreamlike quality, this illustration serves as a visual invitation for readers to join Griselda on her fantastical escapades. It reminds us all that within our dreams lies endless possibilities waiting to be explored.
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