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The Village Postman, Nothing, I m afraid, this Morning, Miss (engraving)
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The Village Postman, Nothing, I m afraid, this Morning, Miss (engraving)
1620458 The Village Postman, Nothing, I m afraid, this Morning, Miss (engraving) by Hemsley, William (1819-1906); Private Collection; (add.info.: The Village Postman, Nothing, I m afraid, this Morning, Miss. Illustration for The Illustrated London News, 6 July 1867.
W Hemsley); Look and Learn / Illustrated Papers Collection
Media ID 23089536
© Look and Learn / Illustrated Papers Collection / Bridgeman Images
Afraid Angst Anguish Anxiety Postal Workers Rural Scenes
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The Village Postman, Nothing, I'm afraid, this Morning, Miss
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is a captivating engraving by William Hemsley that transports us back to the rural scenes of the 19th century. This beautifully detailed print captures a moment of anguish and anxiety in the life of a village postman. The postman stands on a quaint street corner, clutching his mailbag tightly as he exchanges words with a young woman passing by. His face reflects an unmistakable sense of worry and fear as he delivers the news that nothing has arrived for her this morning. The viewer can almost feel his angst radiating from the page. Hemsley's masterful use of light and shadow adds depth to this scene, highlighting every crease in the postman's weathered face and emphasizing his troubled expression. The intricate details in each brick and cobblestone contribute to the overall authenticity of this snapshot from another era. This engraving originally appeared in The Illustrated London News in July 1867, capturing not only an individual moment but also providing insight into historical postal practices and village life during that time period. "The Village Postman" serves as a reminder that even amidst picturesque rural scenes, there are moments of disappointment and unease. It invites viewers to reflect on their own experiences with anticipation and apprehension when awaiting news or deliveries – emotions that transcend time and place.
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