PRAYING CHILD. Now I Lay Me down to Sleep. Aquatint, American, 19th century

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PRAYING CHILD. Now I Lay Me down to Sleep. Aquatint, American, 19th century

PRAYING CHILD.
Now I Lay Me down to Sleep. Aquatint, American, 19th century

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EDITORS COMMENTS
This aquatint print titled "PRAYING CHILD. Now I Lay Me down to Sleep" takes us back to the late 19th century in America. The image portrays a young girl, dressed in a delicate nightgown and bonnet, seated on her bed during the middle of the night. With an air of innocence and vulnerability, she clasps her hands together in prayer, as if seeking solace before drifting off into slumber. The artist skillfully captures both the fashion and sentimentality of this era. The girl's gown reflects the prevailing style of that time, while her posture conveys a sense of deep contemplation and devotion. The soft lighting adds an ethereal quality to the scene, enhancing its sentimental nature. This artwork evokes a sense of nostalgia for simpler times when bedtime prayers were part of nightly routines. It reminds us of our own childhoods or perhaps stirs memories passed down through generations. As we gaze upon this print from Granger Art on Demand, we are transported to a bygone era where innocence prevailed amidst life's challenges. It serves as a reminder that even in moments of darkness or uncertainty, finding solace through prayer can bring comfort and peace.

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