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ANDERSEN: SNOW MAN. The Sun will soon teach you to run, said the Yard dog. Drawing by Henry J
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ANDERSEN: SNOW MAN. The Sun will soon teach you to run, said the Yard dog. Drawing by Henry J
ANDERSEN: SNOW MAN.
" The Sun will soon teach you to run, " said the Yard dog. Drawing by Henry J. Ford for the fairy tale by Hans Christian Andersen
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Andersen Child Christian Cold Danish Fairy Tale Ford Full Moon Hans Henri Moon Night Snow Winter Junkyard Snow Man
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In this enchanting 19th-century illustration by Henry J. Ford, we are transported into the magical world of Hans Christian Andersen's beloved fairy tale, "The Snow Man". The scene depicts a cold winter night in a Danish junkyard, where a child-like snow man stands tall under the full moon. Accompanying the snow man is an unexpected companion - a wise and weathered Yard dog. As they gaze at each other with curiosity and anticipation, the dog imparts his wisdom to the fragile creation of snow. "The Sun will soon teach you to run" he says, hinting at the fleeting nature of their existence as creatures born from winter's embrace. Ford's intricate detailing brings every element to life - from the delicate flakes of falling snow to the expressive eyes of both characters. The artist captures not only their physical presence but also conveys a sense of longing and vulnerability that resonates deeply within us. This print serves as a reminder that beauty can be found even in transience. It invites us to reflect on our own ephemeral journey through life and reminds us that change is inevitable. Just like this Snow Man who will eventually melt away under the warmth of the sun, we too must learn to adapt and embrace new beginnings when faced with adversity or passing seasons.
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