STEEL ENGRAVING - "THE MOTHER’S FAREWELL" from painting by William Dyce, engraved by R. Wells, published in 1865. This engraving is in excellent condition. The picture measures 6 ½” x 5 ¼”, and is matted 11" x 14" for easy framing.

   William Dyce equally distinguished as a painter and art-critic, was born in Scotland in 1800 and died 1864.

            The inevitable law of nature, which prompts young hearts to seek a home for themselves, leaving the parent-nest lonely and sorrowful. Although in the care of strong and loving arms, yet a mother parts with her child, no matter how bright that child’s future prospects may appear, with the pain of separation; knowing that her property in her child has gone to another.

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