The Old Curiosity Shop, Nell in the church
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The Old Curiosity Shop, Nell in the church
The Old Curiosity Shop by Charles Dickens, first published in the weekly serial Master Humphreys Clock from 1840 to 1841 and then as its own book in 1841. The child sat down in this old, silent place, among the stark figures on the tombs. Nell sitting in the ruined church interior. Date: C.1850
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Curiosity Dickens Figures Nell Ruined Silent Stark Tombs
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This evocative image captures the poignant moment from Charles Dickens' classic novel, The Old Curiosity Shop, where the young and innocent Nell Trent sits amidst the ruins of a silent, gothic church. The year is estimated to be around 1850, making this print a beautiful representation of the era in which the story was first published. Nell, dressed in tattered clothes and looking out at the viewer with a mixture of sadness and determination, has found solace in this old, forgotten place. The stark contrast between the stillness of the church and the liveliness of the young girl creates a hauntingly beautiful scene. The tombs, adorned with intricately carved figures, surround Nell, reminding us of the transience of life and the passage of time. The Old Curiosity Shop, first published in Master Humphreys Clock from 1840 to 1841 and then as its own book in 1841, is a timeless tale of love, loss, and redemption. This print, with its captivating image of Nell in the church, is a must-have for any Dickens fan or lover of Victorian literature.
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