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Children freeing a mouse from a trap (litho)
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Children freeing a mouse from a trap (litho)
5217621 Children freeing a mouse from a trap (litho) by English School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Children freeing a mouse from a trap. Illustration from The Prize for Girls and Boys (Wells Gardner, Darton and Co, London, 1897.).); © Look and Learn
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Apron Aprons Cheerful Freed Freedom Freeing Friends Friendship Gaiety Good Mood Happiness Happy Joys Kindness Merry Mouse Mousetrap Overall Apron Released Releasing Rodent Smock Emotions Feeling
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This heartwarming litho print captures a beautiful moment of kindness and compassion. In the 19th century, a group of British children can be seen gathered around a table, dressed in their Victorian attire - girls wearing bonnets and aprons, boys donning caps and smocks. With joyful expressions on their faces, they are united in an act of friendship as they work together to free a trapped mouse. The illustration is taken from The Prize for Girls and Boys, a book published in London in 1897. It showcases the innocence and playfulness of childhood as these young ones demonstrate empathy towards animals. Their actions symbolize freedom not only for the little rodent but also for themselves - freedom from societal constraints that often limited children's experiences during that era. The artist masterfully depicts the emotions felt by both the children and the mouse. The happiness radiating from their smiles reflects the great joy they find in helping others, even those considered insignificant by some. This engraving serves as a reminder that acts of kindness have no boundaries or limitations. As we gaze upon this image today, it reminds us to embrace our own capacity for compassion and empathy towards all living creatures. It speaks volumes about British culture at that time - one filled with gaiety, good mood, and an appreciation for simple joys found through genuine connections with others.
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