BOY AND TOY BOAT. Rasing the Wind. Wood engraving, English, 1871, after a painting by Joseph Henderson (1832-1908)
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BOY AND TOY BOAT. Rasing the Wind. Wood engraving, English, 1871, after a painting by Joseph Henderson (1832-1908)
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Media ID 7550545
1871 Beach Blow Henderson Joseph Playing Sail Boat Wading Water Wind
EDITORS COMMENTS
In this wood engraving from 1871, titled "Boy and Toy Boat: Raising the Wind" we are transported to a picturesque English beach. The scene depicts a young boy standing at the water's edge, his hat blowing in the wind as he excitedly launches his toy sailboat into the waves. The artist, Joseph Henderson, masterfully captures the joy and innocence of childhood play. The boy's face is filled with anticipation and delight as he watches his boat catch the breeze and glide across the water. His wading stance suggests that he is fully immersed in this moment of imaginative adventure. The engraving beautifully showcases Henderson's attention to detail, particularly in rendering the movement of both wind and water. The ripples on the surface of the sea reflect not only nature's elements but also symbolize a sense of freedom and possibility. "Boy and Toy Boat: Raising the Wind" serves as a timeless reminder of simpler times when children found solace in outdoor exploration rather than digital distractions. It evokes nostalgia for an era when creativity thrived through simple toys like wooden boats propelled by nothing more than imagination and natural forces. This print from Granger Art on Demand allows us to bring home a piece of history while celebrating our own connection to nature, playfulness, and boundless dreams.
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