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The Bailiffs Daughter (chromolitho)
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The Bailiffs Daughter (chromolitho)
1595455 The Bailiffs Daughter (chromolitho) by Johnson, Edward Killingworth (1825-1923); Private Collection; (add.info.: The Bailiffs Daughter. Illustration for The Illustrated London News, 4 February 1888.
E K Johnson); Look and Learn / Illustrated Papers Collection
Media ID 23394446
© Look and Learn / Illustrated Papers Collection / Bridgeman Images
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The Bailiff's Daughter - A Glimpse into Victorian Romance
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. This chromolitho print, created by Edward Killingworth Johnson in 1888, transports us back to the enchanting world of Victorian England. The image depicts "The Bailiff's Daughter" a character from a popular ballad, as she becomes the embodiment of romance and innocence. Set against the backdrop of bustling London streets, this illustration captures the essence of a bygone era. The artist skillfully portrays the young woman with delicate features and flowing locks, evoking an air of vulnerability and grace. Her eyes gaze longingly into the distance, perhaps yearning for her forbidden love or dreaming about escaping her modest life. The presence of horses adds an element of movement and energy to the scene. They symbolize freedom and adventure – qualities that may be absent from the bailiff's daughter's constrained existence. Yet despite these constraints, there is an undeniable sense of hopefulness in her expression. Johnson's attention to detail shines through in every brushstroke; his mastery over color creates a harmonious palette that enhances both realism and emotion within this artwork. As we admire this exquisite print from Fine Art Finder, we are reminded not only of its aesthetic beauty but also its historical significance. It serves as a window into a time when ballads were sung on street corners and tales like "The Bailiff's Daughter" captivated hearts across London. This piece invites us to imagine ourselves alongside this young woman – caught between duty and
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