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A-listnin to the witch-tales at Annie tells about, c1900. Creator: Elizabeth B. Brownell
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A-listnin to the witch-tales at Annie tells about, c1900. Creator: Elizabeth B. Brownell
A-listnin to the witch-tales at Annie tells about, c1900. Photograph shows a young girl with her hands clasped in front, staring intently forward. Photograph was an illustration for James Whitcomb Riley's poem "Little Orphant Annie" printed in Brownell's "Dream Children". Previously attributed to Emma Justine Farnsworth
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This haunting photograph, titled 'A-listnin' to the witch-tales 'At Annie tells about,' was created by renowned American artist Elizabeth B. Brownell around the turn of the 20th century. The image depicts a young, fearful girl with her hands clasped in front of her, her eyes fixed intently forward as if listening to a terrifying tale. This photograph was originally an illustration for James Whitcomb Riley's beloved poem 'Little Orphant Annie,' which was published in Brownell's collection 'Dream Children.' The image has previously been attributed to Emma Justine Farnsworth, but recent research has confirmed Brownell as the true creator. The photograph's eerie atmosphere perfectly captures the spirit of Riley's poem, which tells the story of a mischievous elf child named Annie who is warned by her mother not to disobey the rules or else she will be visited by the witch 'Old Shuck.' The photograph was likely produced as a platinum print, a popular photographic process of the time known for its ability to produce rich, tonal images with a high degree of detail and contrast. The image's black and white composition adds to its sense of timelessness and nostalgia, transporting us back to a simpler time in American history. Today, this photograph is a valuable piece of cultural heritage, showcasing the intersection of literature and art in the early 20th century. It can be found in the collections of the Library of Congress in Washington D.C., where it continues to inspire and captivate audiences.
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