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Hansel & Gretel held captive by the witch
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Hansel & Gretel held captive by the witch
Hansel & Gretel held captive by the witch.
20th century
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Abuse Bars Brother Cage Captive Capture Captured Clogs Goose Gretel Hansel Held Imprisoned Mistreatment Prison Scarf Sister Vegetables Witch Imprison Mistreated
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In this haunting 20th century photograph from the Mary Evans Picture Library/Peter & Dawn Cope Collection, the classic tale of Hansel and Gretel comes to life as we bear witness to the harrowing moment when the witch has successfully captured her young prisoners. The image shows Hansel and Gretel, dressed in tattered clothing and huddled together for comfort in a dimly lit, cramped cell. The sister and brother cling to each other, their faces etched with fear and despair. The witch, an old woman with a wizened, gnarled appearance, looms over them, her eyes gleaming with malevolent intent. She wears a long, flowing scarf, adding an air of mystery and menace to her figure. The siblings are held captive within a cage made of rough, uneven bars, their feet clad in clogs that seem out of place in this grim setting. The scene is further accentuated by the presence of a goose and various vegetables scattered about the room, hinting at the witch's sinister intentions for her young captives. The overall atmosphere is one of mistreatment and abuse, as the children are subjected to the cruel whims of their captor. This photograph captures the essence of the Hansel and Gretel story, reminding us of the dangers that lurk in the darkest corners of the forest and the importance of staying together and trusting in each other in the face of adversity. It is a poignant reminder of the fragility of childhood and the power of fear to shape our experiences.
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