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"There was an Old Person of Bangor, whose face was distorted with anger", from A Book of Nonsense, published by Frederick Warne and Co. London, c. 1875 (colour litho)
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"There was an Old Person of Bangor, whose face was distorted with anger", from A Book of Nonsense, published by Frederick Warne and Co. London, c. 1875 (colour litho)
LLM386670 " There was an Old Person of Bangor, whose face was distorted with anger", from A Book of Nonsense, published by Frederick Warne and Co. London, c.1875 (colour litho) by Lear, Edward (1812-88); Private Collection; (add.info.: Written 1846; ); © Look and Learn
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In this vibrant and whimsical print titled "There was an Old Person of Bangor, whose face was distorted with anger" we are transported to the world of Edward Lear's A Book of Nonsense. Published by Frederick Warne and Co. in London around 1875, this colour lithograph captures the essence of Lear's absurd and satirical limericks. The image portrays an elderly gentleman from Bangor, Ireland, his face contorted with fury. With a berating finger pointed towards a hapless servant holding a tray of root vegetables, it is clear that this old person has been pushed to his limits. The exaggerated expressions and comically oversized boots add to the humorous nature of the scene. Lear's mastery lies in his ability to bring together text and illustration seamlessly. His rhymes come alive through vivid imagery, engaging readers both young and old. This particular limerick explores the theme of anger, one of the seven deadly sins, making it relatable even today. As we gaze upon this print from our private collection, we cannot help but be drawn into Lear's imaginative world. It serves as a reminder that literature can transcend time and place while evoking emotions that are universally understood – whether it be rage or sheer amusement at life's absurdities.
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