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There was an Old Man at a Station, who made a promiscuous Oration (litho)
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There was an Old Man at a Station, who made a promiscuous Oration (litho)
966263 There was an Old Man at a Station, who made a promiscuous Oration (litho) by Lear, Edward (1812-88); Private Collection; (add.info.: There was an Old Man at a Station, who made a promiscuous Oration. Illustration for More Nonsense by Edward Lear (Frederick Warne, 1888).); © Look and Learn
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Humourous Ireland Irish Jokes Limerick Limericks Made Nonsense Old Man Oration Station English Literature Joke Promiscuous Verse
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In this whimsical lithograph by Edward Lear, titled "There was an Old Man at a Station, who made a promiscuous Oration" we are transported into the world of nonsense and humor. The image captures the essence of Lear's limerick as it depicts an elderly man standing at a train station, passionately delivering his speech to a bewildered audience. The old man's animated gestures and exaggerated facial expressions add to the comical nature of the scene. His wild hair and disheveled appearance suggest that he is not your typical orator but rather someone who embraces eccentricity with gusto. Lear's mastery in creating humorous verse shines through in this artwork. The limerick itself tells a tale of absurdity, where our protagonist delivers an indiscriminate speech filled with nonsensical ramblings. It invites us to imagine what kind of outrageous statements he might be making, leaving us chuckling at the sheer silliness of it all. This lithograph is part of Lear's collection called "More Nonsense" published in 1888. Known for his contributions to English literature and literary verse, Lear has left an indelible mark on European humor and wit. As we gaze upon this delightful print, we can't help but appreciate the timeless appeal of nonsense literature. It reminds us that sometimes laughter is found in unexpected places – even at train stations where old men deliver promiscuous orations!
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