Sketch of two children

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Sketch of two children

Sketch of two children. Date: 1922

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Media ID 14130746

© The Muriel Dawson Collection/Mary Evans Picture Library

Dawson Monochrome Muriel Sepia 1922

EDITORS COMMENTS
This evocative sketch, titled 'Muriel and Dawson,' dates back to 1922 and captures the innocence and charm of childhood during the 1920s. The two children, a girl named Muriel and a boy named Dawson, are depicted sitting on a grassy knoll, their eyes fixed on an unseen object in the distance. Muriel, with her rosy cheeks and brown bobbed hair peeking out from under a hat, gazes intently, her expression one of curiosity and wonder. Dawson, with his mop of curly brown hair and serious expression, looks thoughtful and deep in thought. The sketch, rendered in ink and executed in a monochrome palette, exudes a sense of nostalgia and history. The sepia tones add to the timeless quality of the image, transporting us back to a simpler era. The children's clothing, with Muriel's dress and Dawson's shirt and trousers, reflect the fashion trends of the time. The sketch is a poignant reminder of the fleeting nature of childhood and the memories we create during our formative years. It invites us to reflect on the innocence and joy of childhood, and the enduring bond between siblings or friends. The sketch also serves as a visual record of a bygone era, offering a glimpse into the past and the social and cultural context of the 1920s. This beautiful work of art, created over a century ago, continues to resonate with us today, evoking emotions and memories, and serving as a reminder of the power of art to transport us to another time and place.

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