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Canvas Print : Lear / Nonsense / Moldavia
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Lear / Nonsense / Moldavia
There was an Old Man of Moldavia, who had the most curious behaviour; For while he was able, he slept on a table, that funny Old Man of Moldavia
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Media ID 4404739
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1846 Behaviour Curious Lear Moldavia Nonsense Slept
30"x20" (76x51cm) Canvas Print
"Bring the whimsical world of "The Old Man of Moldavia" to life with our exquisite Canvas Prints from Media Storehouse. Featuring this captivating image from Mary Evans Prints Online, this timeless piece by Rights Managed invites you to ponder the curious behavior of the old man from Moldavia. Each print is meticulously crafted using premium quality canvas and vibrant inks, ensuring a stunning and long-lasting addition to your home or office décor. Let the folklore storytelling of "The Old Man of Moldavia" inspire and delight you every day."
Delivered stretched and ready to hang our premium quality canvas prints are made from a polyester/cotton blend canvas and stretched over a 1.25" (32mm) kiln dried knot free wood stretcher bar. Packaged in a plastic bag and secured to a cardboard insert for safe transit.
Canvas Prints add colour, depth and texture to any space. Professionally Stretched Canvas over a hidden Wooden Box Frame and Ready to Hang
Estimated Product Size is 76.2cm x 50.8cm (30" x 20")
These are individually made so all sizes are approximate
Artwork printed orientated as per the preview above, with landscape (horizontal) orientation to match the source image.
EDITORS COMMENTS
This image, published in 1846, depicts the eccentric Old Man of Moldavia, a character from the popular English nonsense verse "There was an Old Man of Moldavia." The Old Man's unusual behavior is the focus of this intriguing photograph. The Old Man, with a wise and mischievous glint in his eye, is shown sleeping soundly on a table. The table, adorned with an open book, suggests a man of learning and intellect. However, his unconventional sleeping arrangement adds an element of curiosity and whimsy. The Old Man of Moldavia is a character from a series of nonsense verses that originated in Europe in the 18th century. These verses often featured absurd situations and nonsensical rhymes, and the Old Man of Moldavia became a popular character due to his unusual behavior. This photograph, taken in the mid-19th century, adds a new layer to the Old Man's story. It offers a glimpse into the daily life of this curious figure and invites the viewer to ponder the reasons behind his unconventional sleeping habits. The Old Man's surroundings further add to the intrigue. The dimly lit room, with its worn wooden walls and simple furnishings, evokes a sense of history and tradition. The open book on the table suggests that the Old Man is not only a man of curious behavior but also a man of learning and literature. This photograph, with its rich history and intriguing subject matter, offers a fascinating glimpse into the past and invites the viewer to explore the world of the Old Man of Moldavia.
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