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Farmer Giles & his wife shewing off their daughter Betty to
Farmer Giles & his wife shewing off their daughter Betty to their neighbours, on her return from school. Cartoon showing plump girl playing piano. Her parents gloat nearby while others appear less interested. Date 1809. Farmer Giles & his wife shewing off their daughter Betty to their neighbours, on her return from school. Cartoon showing plump girl playing piano. Her parents gloat nearby while others appear less interested. Date 1809
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1. Title: "The Proud Parents: Farmer Giles and His Wife Showcase Their Musically Gifted Daughter Betty to the Neighbors, 1809" In this charming 1809 British cartoon from Mary Evans Prints Online, we find Farmer Giles and his wife beaming with pride as they present their daughter Betty to their neighbors following her return from school. The proud parents have gathered their friends and acquaintances in their humble abode, eager to showcase their daughter's exceptional musical talents. The scene depicts a plump, young Betty seated at a piano, her fingers gracefully dancing across the keys as she plays a lively melody. Her parents, both plump and proud, stand nearby, their faces filled with unabashed joy and satisfaction. Their eyes gleam with pride as they boast about their daughter's accomplishments to the assembled guests. However, not all the neighbors share the same enthusiasm. Some display indifference, while others appear skeptical or even amused at the spectacle. One neighbor, a tall, thin man, leans against the wall with a smirk, while another, a woman, rolls her eyes and checks her watch, clearly unimpressed. This delightful cartoon captures the essence of parental pride and the human tendency to showcase one's achievements to others. It also highlights the contrasting reactions of the neighbors, reflecting the diverse range of emotions and attitudes that exist within a community. Overall, it's a heartwarming snapshot of rural life in the late 18th century.
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