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STC308577 At the Town there was a Fair kept, called Vanity Fair, illustration from The Pilgrims Progress by John Bunyan, told by Mary Macgregor, published by T.C. and E.C. Jack, 1907 (colour litho) by Shaw, John Byam Liston (1872-1919); Private Collection; The Stapleton Collection; English, out of copyright
Media ID 22953252
© The Stapleton Collection / Bridgeman Images
Amusement Childrens Illustration Faithful Frivolity Merrymaking Pilgrim Selling Sinners Temptation Trading Characters
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The captivating print titled "At the Town there was a Fair kept, called Vanity Fair" takes us on a visual journey through the pages of John Bunyan's timeless masterpiece, The Pilgrim's Progress. Illustrated by the talented John Byam Liston Shaw, this vibrant lithograph captures the essence of Vanity Fair with its bustling energy and colorful characters. In this scene, we witness Christian, our faithful protagonist, navigating through a world filled with temptation and frivolity. Surrounded by sinners indulging in amusement and entertainment, he stands resolute amidst the chaos. The contrast between his steadfastness and the allure of sin is palpable. Shaw's meticulous attention to detail brings each character to life - from male traders selling their wares to female figures embodying both virtue and vice. Children are not exempt from this merrymaking either; they too find themselves captivated by Vanity Fair's offerings. This illustration serves as a powerful reminder that even in a world consumed by materialism and distraction, one can remain true to their beliefs. It encourages us to reflect on our own journeys as pilgrims in search of spiritual fulfillment amidst an ever-tempting society. As we gaze upon this enchanting artwork from T. C. and E. C. Jack's 1907 publication, it transports us back in time while simultaneously reminding us that these themes still resonate today. Through Shaw's skillful brushstrokes and vivid colors, we are invited into Bunyan's allegorical realm where faithfulness
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