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English tourists dining in a medieval baronial room in Scotland
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English tourists dining in a medieval baronial room in Scotland
6337608 English tourists dining in a medieval baronial room in Scotland by Williams, Charles (1776-1820); (add.info.: English tourists dining in a medieval baronial room in Scotland. Man in suit of armour holding a large urn in front of a stained glass window. Doctor Prosody entertained after the manner of the ancients. Handcoloured copperplate engraving drawn and engraved by Charles Williams from William Combes The Tour of Doctor Prosody, in search of the Antique and the Picturesque, through Scotland, the Hebrides, the Orkney and Shetland Isles, Matthew Illy, London, 1821.); © Florilegius
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© Florilegius / Bridgeman Images
Baronial Charles Williams Cutlass English Tourists Parody Picaresque Samuel Johnson Stained Glass Window Suit Of Armour The Hebrides The Orkney And Shetland Isles The Tour Of Doctor Prosody Through Scotland Copperplate Engraving Handcoloured
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In this photo print, we are transported back in time to witness a unique dining experience of English tourists in a medieval baronial room in Scotland. The scene is filled with an air of grandeur and antiquity as the guests immerse themselves in the atmosphere of old-world charm. A man dressed in an impressive suit of armor stands proudly, holding a large urn before a magnificent stained glass window. This striking juxtaposition between ancient and modern elements adds to the allure of the setting. It seems as though Doctor Prosody himself has stepped out from the pages of history to entertain his distinguished guests. The room exudes opulence, with its ornate decorations and rich tapestries adorning the walls. As we delve deeper into this image, we notice Samuel Johnson's shield hanging on one side, while a cutlass rests against another wall. These subtle details add layers to our understanding of this picaresque scene. This handcolored copperplate engraving by Charles Williams captures not only the physical aspects but also evokes emotions associated with travel and adventure. It serves as both a caricature and parody, inviting us to join these English tourists on their quest for all things antique and picturesque throughout Scotland. As we gaze upon this illustration from "The Tour of Doctor Prosody" it sparks our imagination and transports us back through time—a testament to art's ability to transcend boundaries and connect us with stories from different eras.
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