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Poster Print : Samuel Johnson (1709-1784) English author and lexicographer. Johnson and James Boswell
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Samuel Johnson (1709-1784) English author and lexicographer. Johnson and James Boswell
Samuel Johnson (1709-1784) English author and lexicographer. Johnson and James Boswell (1740-1795) his friend and biographer, recovering from a hangover after a night on the town. Boswell has a Bible open and readss Be not filled with wine wherein is excess. Caricature by Rowlandson
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1709 1784 Author Bible Biographer Caricature Excess Filled Friend James Johnson Lexicographer Literature Night Open Rowlandson Samuel Town Wine Boswell Drunkenness Hangover Recovering
18x24 inch Poster Print
Bring the intriguing world of 18th-century literature to life with our exquisite Samuel Johnson and James Boswell poster print from Media Storehouse. This captivating image, sourced from Universal Images Group (UIG), showcases a rare moment of relaxation between the renowned English author and lexicographer, Samuel Johnson, and his dear friend and biographer, James Boswell. Depicting a more human side of these literary giants as they recover from an evening out, this poster is a must-have for any literature or history enthusiast's collection. Add a touch of historical charm to your space with this stunning, high-quality print.
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Poster prints are budget friendly enlarged prints in standard poster paper sizes (A0, A1, A2, A3 etc). Whilst poster paper is sometimes thinner and less durable than our other paper types, they are still ok for framing and should last many years. Our Archival Quality Photo Prints and Fine Art Paper Prints are printed on higher quality paper and the choice of which largely depends on your budget.
Estimated Product Size is 61.6cm x 46.3cm (24.3" x 18.2")
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
In this intriguing photo print, we catch a glimpse of the renowned Samuel Johnson and his close friend James Boswell in an unexpected state. Both literary giants seem to be recovering from a wild night on the town, as evidenced by their disheveled appearances and bleary-eyed expressions. The caricature by Rowlandson captures the essence of their predicament with humor and wit. As our attention is drawn to Boswell, we notice him sitting with a Bible open before him. It seems that amidst their revelry, he has found solace in scripture. His choice of verse is particularly fitting - "Be not filled with wine wherein is excess". This juxtaposition between drunkenness and spiritual guidance adds depth to the image and invites contemplation about human nature's propensity for indulgence. Samuel Johnson, known for his contributions to English literature as an author and lexicographer, appears slightly more worse for wear than his companion. Yet even in this vulnerable moment, there is an air of resilience about him – a testament to his enduring spirit. This print offers us a unique perspective on these two influential figures from British history. It reminds us that behind every great mind lies moments of vulnerability and imperfection; it humanizes them in ways that traditional portraits often fail to do so.
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