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"The Day Dream", by J. Hill, in the Exhibition of the Society of British Artists, 1862. Creator: W Thomas. "The Day Dream", by J. Hill, in the Exhibition of the Society of British Artists, 1862. Creator: W Thomas
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"The Day Dream", by J. Hill, in the Exhibition of the Society of British Artists, 1862. Creator: W Thomas. "The Day Dream", by J. Hill, in the Exhibition of the Society of British Artists, 1862. Creator: W Thomas
"The Day Dream", by J. Hill, in the Exhibition of the Society of British Artists, 1862. Engraving of a painting. What the subject of this Welsh lassie's day dream may be we must leave to the reader to guess. She had, it is not too much to suppose, a foregone determination to indulge in reverie on arriving at this, perhaps, favourite spot, whether it be the well itself or a rest by the way under the sometimes shady tree. Her attitude and folded hands seem to tell us that she has systematically and semi-consciously subsided into a condition of sweet do-nothingness and forgetfulness...From her unkempt, dishevelled hair and careless dress one might suppose that she had been doing little else than dream all day, did we not know that such is the normal condition of the bright-eyed witches of the Welsh valleys. From the wheat and poppy in her broad-brimmed, woefully[sic]-dilapidated, slouched hat it is also quite evident that she has not all day been unmindful of her personal appearance, and that she may be something of a coquette, frank and naive as she looks. It is, however, still more likely that the little bit of finery of Nature's own supplying was intended to catch the eye of some one not far even now from her wandering fancies'. From "Illustrated London News", 1862
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The Day Dream
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by J. Hill, as showcased in the Exhibition of the Society of British Artists in 1862, captivates the viewer with its enchanting portrayal of a young Welsh woman lost in thought. The exquisite engraving, created by W. Thomas, invites us to ponder the mystery of her daydream. The woman, with her unkempt hair and disheveled dress, appears to have deliberately sought solace in this favored spot, be it the well or the shady tree nearby. Her relaxed posture and folded hands suggest a deep and intent state of reverie, a condition of sweet, carefree forgetfulness. Despite her apparent neglect of her appearance, the wheat and poppy in her broad-brimmed hat indicate that she has not been entirely oblivious to her surroundings. Her casual attire, however, may hint at a playful and coquettish nature. The enchanting scene, as described in the Illustrated London News of 1862, leaves the viewer wondering about the true nature of the woman's daydream. Was it a longing for love or a simple escape from the daily grind? The beauty of the artwork lies in its ability to ignite the imagination and invite endless speculation. Through the masterful brushstrokes of J. Hill and the skillful engraving of W. Thomas, this image transports us to a time and place of dreamy, carefree innocence. The woman's daydream becomes a window into the past, offering a glimpse into the simple joys and quiet moments of rural life in 19th century Wales.
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