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Tom is expected (engraving)
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Tom is expected (engraving)
2792605 Tom is expected (engraving) by Bradley, Basil (1842-1904); Private Collection; (add.info.: Tom is expected. Illustration for Cassells Penny Readings edited by Tom Hood (Cassell, c 1880). Digitally cleaned image.); © Look and Learn
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Expected George Eliot Mill On The Floss
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Tom is Expected
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is a captivating engraving by Basil Bradley that transports us back to the 19th century. The print, now part of a private collection, depicts a scene from George Eliot's novel "The Mill on the Floss". In this beautifully detailed image, we see Tom, one of the central characters in the story, standing at the entrance of what appears to be an old mill. His posture suggests anticipation and perhaps even anxiety as he gazes into the distance. The artist skillfully captures Tom's inner turmoil through his facial expression and body language. The setting itself adds depth to the composition. The dilapidated mill stands tall against a cloudy sky, its worn-out wooden beams telling tales of years gone by. Surrounding it are lush green fields and meandering waterways that evoke a sense of tranquility amidst Tom's impending arrival. Bradley's meticulous attention to detail shines through in every stroke of his engraving technique. Each line and shadow contributes to creating a richly textured image that draws viewers into this moment frozen in time. This digitally cleaned version allows us to appreciate Bradley's artistry without distractions or imperfections. It serves as both an homage to Eliot's timeless literary work and an exquisite example of Victorian-era illustration. "Tom is Expected" invites us to delve deeper into Eliot's narrative while marveling at Bradley's talent for capturing emotions within still images.
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