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M Mourned for it
From A Apple Pie the iconic picture book by Kate Greenaway Date: 1886
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Apple Greenaway Iconic Kate Mourned
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Mourned for It: A Tale of Unrequited Love in Kate Greenaway's Iconic Apple Pie Illustration (1886) In the enchanting world of Victorian children's literature, few illustrators have left an indelible mark on the collective imagination quite like Kate Greenaway. Among her most beloved works is "A Apple Pie," a poignant tale of unrequited love, published in 1886. The image of "Mourned for It" is a poignant and evocative moment from this cherished story. The illustration portrays a young girl, her face etched with sorrow, as she stands before an apple pie cooling on a windowsill. The pie, a symbol of love and affection, sits untouched, its golden crust glistening in the soft light filtering through the window. The girl's expression conveys a depth of emotion, as if she has been jilted or betrayed. The apple pie, once a source of joy and anticipation, now serves as a painful reminder of a lost opportunity. Greenaway's masterful use of color and composition adds to the melancholic atmosphere. The muted tones of the girl's dress and the subdued hues of the room contrast sharply with the vibrant red of the apple pie, drawing the viewer's eye to the center of the image. The intricate details of the pie's crust and the delicate folds of the girl's dress are rendered with exquisite precision, showcasing Greenaway's exceptional artistic skill. "Mourned for It" is a poignant reminder of the power of love and the bittersweet nature of loss. It invites us to reflect on the complex emotions that can be evoked by the simplest of things, like a slice of apple pie. This iconic image from Kate Greenaway's "A Apple Pie" continues to captivate and inspire, over a century after its creation.
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