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Now, Brother, said the dying man, Look To My Children Deare, c1878. Creator: Randolph Caldecott
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Now, Brother, said the dying man, Look To My Children Deare, c1878. Creator: Randolph Caldecott
Now, Brother, said the dying man, Look To My Children Deare, c1878. The Babes dying father entreats his brother to care for his children. A ballad of c1600 tells the story of the owner of Wayland Hall, Norfolk, who died leaving his infant son and daughter in the care of his brother. If both children should die before the uncle he would inherit their wealth. After a year, greed overcame duty and family affection. From " The Babes (or Children) in the Wood", illustrated by Randolph Caldecott. [London, c1878]
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said the dying man, "Look To My Children Deare" is a poignant and evocative print captured by Randolph Caldecott in c1878. The image portrays a heart-wrenching scene where a father on his deathbed pleads with his brother to care for his beloved children. The inspiration behind this artwork stems from an old ballad dating back to c1600, recounting the tale of the owner of Wayland Hall in Norfolk. Upon his untimely demise, he entrusted his infant son and daughter into the hands of his brother. Inheritances were at stake; if both children were to pass away before their uncle, he would inherit their wealth. Initially driven by duty and family affection, the uncle vowed to protect and nurture these innocent souls left under his care. However, as time passed by greed began to overshadow love. After merely a year had gone by, he succumbed to temptation and abandoned all sense of responsibility towards them. Caldecott's illustration beautifully captures this momentous turning point in the story known as "The Babes (or Children) in the Wood". Through vivid colors and intricate details within the bedroom setting, we witness not only the physical deterioration of health but also moral decay. This thought-provoking piece serves as a reminder that even amidst life's hardships and temptations, our duty towards family should never be forsaken. It compels us to reflect upon our own actions when faced with similar choices - will we prioritize personal gain or honor our commitments?
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