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Parents with a howling baby at night
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Parents with a howling baby at night
Eighteenth or early nineteenth century parents experiencing the joys of a howling baby in the night. Father paces the floor with the baby in his arms while mother offers advice from the comfort of a cosy bed.Perhaps the child has colic! From " The Comic Almanack for 1839: An Ephemeris in Jest and Earnest, containing All Things Fitting For Such a Work by Rigdum Funnidos, Gent." Illustrations by George Cruikshank. Published by Charles Tilt, London, in 1838
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18th Century 18th Century Style Activity Advice Baby Bedroom British Culture Care Child Childhood Crying Domestic Life Domestic Room Embracing English Culture Family Father George Cruikshank Grief Holding Howling Humor Line Art Lying Down Monochrome Mother Nightie Pain Sepia Toned Sound Traditional Clothing Walking Image Created 19th Century Lifestyles Nightcap Victorian Style
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In this 18th or early 19th-century print, we witness the timeless struggle of parents facing the challenges of a howling baby in the dead of night. The scene unfolds with an air of both humor and empathy, as the weary father paces back and forth across the floor, cradling his restless child in his arms. Meanwhile, from her cozy bed adorned with a nightcap and nightie, the mother offers well-intentioned advice to soothe their little one's distress. The artist George Cruikshank skillfully captures not only the physical exhaustion but also the emotional toll that accompanies such moments. Perhaps it is colic tormenting their infant, causing sleepless nights for all involved. The monochrome line art adds depth to this engraved image created during the 19th century, evoking a sense of nostalgia for traditional clothing and domestic life. This illustration speaks volumes about universal experiences shared by parents throughout history. It reflects English culture at that time while also resonating with contemporary audiences who can relate to these tender yet trying moments. Despite their grief and fatigue, there is an undeniable bond between these figures – a testament to parental care and love. As we gaze upon this black-and-white sepia-toned masterpiece from Fine Art Storehouse's collection by whitemay, we are reminded that amidst tears and frustration lies profound emotion and unwavering dedication within families across different cultures and lifestyles.
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