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Taught by Ear (engraving)
3626541 Taught by Ear (engraving) by English School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Taught by Ear. Illustration from The Boys Own Paper, 1897.); © Look and Learn
Media ID 22455586
© Look and Learn / Bridgeman Images
Discipline Gripping Leading Misbehaviour Mortar Board Pain Painful Pulling Schoolboy Schoolchild Punishment
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Taught by Ear - A Glimpse into Victorian Discipline
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. This engraving, titled "Taught by Ear" offers a poignant snapshot of 19th-century British education. The image, sourced from The Boys Own Paper in 1897, showcases the strict disciplinary methods employed to shape young minds. In this scene, a misbehaving schoolboy finds himself at the receiving end of his teacher's firm grip. With pain etched on his face and gripping tightly onto his mortar board, he experiences the consequences of his actions. The presence of a cane symbolizes the harsh discipline prevalent during that era. The print encapsulates both the physical and emotional aspects of childhood education in Britain at that time. It serves as a reminder of how authority figures sought to instill discipline through painful punishment. Beyond its historical context, this artwork also sheds light on broader themes such as childhood innocence and societal norms. It invites contemplation about the balance between teaching obedience and nurturing creativity within educational systems. As we gaze upon this evocative piece captured by an unknown English artist from Bridgeman Images' private collection, it transports us back to an era when children were taught not only with words but also through their senses – lessons learned not just with books but with every fiber of their being.
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