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At last I heard a voice up on the slope cry to the summit, is there any hope
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At last I heard a voice up on the slope cry to the summit, is there any hope
At last I heard a voice up on the slope cry to the summit, is there any hope. Illustration by Florence Harrison to Tennysons poem, The Vision of Sin. Date: c.1920
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At Last I Heard a Voice - A Vision of Sin
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is a captivating illustration by the renowned British artist, Florence Harrison, brought to life from the verses of Alfred Lord Tennyson's poem of the same name. Dated around 1920, this evocative artwork transports us to a mystical realm, where ethereal beauty and profound introspection intertwine. The image opens to a serene landscape, with the earth below blanketed in a verdant tapestry of foliage. Ascending the slope, we encounter an angelic figure, her wings outstretched and her gaze fixed towards the heavens. Her face, bathed in a celestial glow, is etched with an expression of deep longing and hope. The angel's prayerful plea, "Is there any hope?" echoes through the air, carried aloft by the gentle caress of the wind. The heavens above respond, as the clouds part to reveal a vision of sin, a haunting reminder of the human condition's imperfections and fallibilities. This exquisite illustration, rendered in the Art Nouveau style, showcases Harrison's mastery of form and color. The delicate interplay of light and shadow, the fluid curves of the wings, and the intricate details of the angel's features all combine to create a breathtaking work of art that invites contemplation and reflection. Tennyson's poem, with its themes of redemption, forgiveness, and the human quest for meaning, is brought to life through Harrison's illustration, offering a glimpse into the transcendent power of art and poetry. This image is a testament to the enduring beauty and relevance of both the written word and the visual arts.
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