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Children flying a kite and playing with a hoop, 18th century
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Children flying a kite and playing with a hoop, 18th century
Children flying a kite, rolling hoops, and playing at shepherd and shepherdess, 18th century. Handcoloured lithograph from Henry Rene Allemagnes Sports and Games of Skill (Sports et Jeux d Adresse), Librairie Hachette, Paris, 1903
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This charming handcoloured lithograph, titled "Children flying a kite, rolling hoops, and playing at shepherd and shepherdess," is an enchanting depiction of childhood joy and innocence from the 18th century. The image captures a group of children engaged in various outdoor activities, each one filled with excitement and delight. In the foreground, a few children are seen flying a colorful kite, their faces upturned in anticipation as they watch the kite dance in the wind. Nearby, another child is skillfully maneuvering a hoop, her dress billowing in the breeze as she tries to get her pet dog to walk through it. Further away, two children are dressed as shepherd and shepherdess, each holding a staff and a basket, as they playfully act out their roles in the idyllic countryside setting. The children's attire, with their bonnets, ribbons, and bows, adds to the whimsical charm of the scene. The harvest season is evident in the background, with sheaves of wheat and ripe fruits scattered about. The sun casts a warm, golden glow over the scene, creating a sense of tranquility and contentment. This beautiful illustration is taken from Henry Rene Allemagne's "Sports and Games of Skill" (Sports et Jeux d Adresse), published by Librairie Hachette in Paris in 1903. The intricate details and vibrant colors of the handcoloured lithograph make it a captivating visual representation of the simple pleasures and joys of childhood during the 18th century.
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