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Title Page for Dekker his Dreame by Thomas Dekker, published 1620 (engraving)
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Title Page for Dekker his Dreame by Thomas Dekker, published 1620 (engraving)
XJF439982 Title Page for Dekker his Dreame by Thomas Dekker, published 1620 (engraving) by English School, (17th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Thomas Dekker (c.1570-1632) was an English dramatist and poet and a contemporary of William Shakespeare (c.1564-1616); Dekker his Dreame is a verse pamphlet, " In which, beeing rapt with a Poeticall Enthusiasme, the great Volumes of Heaven and Hell to Him were opened, in which he read many Wonderful Things." ; The pamphlet was published by Nicholas Okes; ); English, out of copyright
Media ID 22919872
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Asleep Bedchamber Bedroom Dream Dreaming Dreams Four Poster Night Cap Stuart Era Beds
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This engraving, titled "Title Page for Dekker his Dreame" takes us back to the 17th century and offers a glimpse into the world of English literature. Created by an anonymous English artist, this print showcases the title page of Thomas Dekker's renowned work published in 1620. Thomas Dekker, a contemporary of William Shakespeare, was not only a dramatist but also a poet whose talents shone brightly during the Stuart era. "Dekker his Dreame" is a verse pamphlet that delves into poetic enthusiasm and explores heavenly and hellish realms through its pages. The engraving depicts an interior scene with intricate details: we see a figure lying on a four-poster bed in their bedroom, adorned with elegant furnishings. The image evokes feelings of tranquility as we witness someone lost in deep slumber while wearing a night cap. The room exudes an air of serenity and invites us to imagine what dreams may unfold within those walls. This print serves as both an invitation to explore Dekker's imaginative poetry and as an exquisite piece of art from the past. Preserved in private collection today, this engraving captures the essence of literature's power to transport readers beyond reality's confines into fantastical worlds created by brilliant minds like Thomas Dekker's. It stands as a testament to the enduring legacy left behind by these literary giants who shaped our understanding and appreciation for words woven together harmoniously on paper.
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