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TEMPERANCE MOVEMENT, c1840. The Bible and Temperance, Lithograph by Nathaniel Currier
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TEMPERANCE MOVEMENT, c1840. The Bible and Temperance, Lithograph by Nathaniel Currier
TEMPERANCE MOVEMENT, c1840.
The Bible and Temperance, Lithograph by Nathaniel Currier. Lithograph, c1840
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1840 Bedroom Bible Child Christianity Clothesline Currier Daughter Domestic Father Kneeling Merritt Mother Nathaniel Prayer Praying Reading Temperance Movement Washbasin
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This lithograph by Nathaniel Currier, titled "TEMPERANCE MOVEMENT, c1840. The Bible and Temperance" offers a glimpse into the daily life of an American family during the mid-19th century. Set in a cozy bedroom, the scene depicts a middle-class household engaged in various activities that reflect their Christian values. In the foreground, we see a young boy kneeling beside his bed in prayer, illustrating the importance of faith within this family's routine. His mother sits nearby, reading from the Bible with devotion and reverence. On one side of the room, a washbasin suggests cleanliness and orderliness as essential virtues. The presence of domestic animals further adds to the warmth and charm of this image. A cat lounges on top of a clothesline while a dog rests peacefully at its owner's feet. These pets symbolize companionship and loyalty within familial bonds. The central theme of temperance is also evident through subtle details such as jam jars neatly arranged on shelves—a reminder to avoid indulgence or excessiveness. Currier's skillful use of lithography brings depth and texture to this snapshot of 19th-century America. Through careful observation, he captures not only physical surroundings but also emotional connections between family members united by their shared beliefs. This print serves as both an artistic masterpiece and historical documentation—an invitation for viewers to immerse themselves in an era defined by religious devotion, moral principles, and harmonious domesticity.
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