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"Why don t you speak for yourself, John?"(chromolitho)
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"Why don t you speak for yourself, John?"(chromolitho)
976568 " Why don t you speak for yourself, John?" (chromolitho) by Paget, Henry Marriott (1856-1936) (after); Private Collection; (add.info.: " Why don t you speak for yourself, John?". A scene from The Courtship of Miles Standish, by Henry Wadswoth Longfellow. Illustration from The Sands of Time, a Longfellow calendar for the year 1914, Ernest Nister, London, and E P Dutton & Co, New York.); © Look and Learn
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Demure Distaff Henry Wadsworth Longfellow John Alden Lovelorn Shyness Spinning Spinning Wheel The Courtship Of Miles Standish Americhe
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The print titled "Why don't you speak for yourself, John?" captures a tender moment from Henry Wadsworth Longfellow's famous poem, The Courtship of Miles Standish. In this scene, depicted in vibrant chromolitho colors by artist Henry Marriott Paget, we see Priscilla Mullins and John Alden engaged in a shy yet profound exchange. Priscilla, portrayed as a demure young woman spinning at her distaff, looks up with curiosity and longing towards John. With an air of innocence and vulnerability, she implores him to express his own feelings instead of acting as the messenger for their mutual friend Miles Standish. John Alden stands before her with an expression that reveals both hesitation and affection. Dressed in traditional Pilgrim attire from the 17th century American colonies, he represents the struggle between duty and desire. This image beautifully encapsulates the timeless theme of unrequited love. Paget's skillful rendering brings to life Longfellow's poetic words on love and courtship within early American history. The intricate details capture not only the essence of these beloved literary characters but also offer us a glimpse into daily life during that era. This chromolitho print serves as a reminder of our universal human experiences - the complexities of love, communication barriers born out of shyness or societal expectations - all set against the backdrop of America's rich cultural heritage.
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