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The Beaver kept looking the opposite way pub. 1876. Creator: Henry Holiday (1839 - 1927)
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The Beaver kept looking the opposite way pub. 1876. Creator: Henry Holiday (1839 - 1927)
The Beaver kept looking the opposite way from The Hunting of the Snark, an Agony in Eight Fits, by Lewis Carroll, pub. 1876 (b/w engraving). Charles Lutwidge Dodgson (1832-1898); pen name: Lewis Carroll
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Beaver Deck Decking Henry Holiday 1839 1927 Pincushion Poem Historica Graphica Collection Nonsense Poem
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The Beaver kept looking the opposite way
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is a captivating engraving created by Henry Holiday in 1876. This print is derived from Lewis Carroll's famous nonsense poem, "The Hunting of the Snark, an Agony in Eight Fits". The image showcases a deck on a ship where a perplexed beaver stands with an axe in hand, seemingly oblivious to his surroundings. Holiday's intricate illustration captures the whimsical essence of Carroll's imaginative world. The attention to detail is remarkable as every element tells its own story. A young boy sits at a table, engrossed in his own thoughts while surrounded by peculiar objects like pincushions and decking. The beaver steals the spotlight with its comical expression and constant gaze towards an unseen direction. This artwork belongs to the Historica Graphica Collection and serves as a testament to both Holiday's artistic talent and Carroll's literary genius. It transports viewers into a realm where logic takes a backseat, allowing imagination to run wild. As we admire this enchanting print, let us appreciate how it encapsulates the spirit of nonsensical poetry that has captivated readers for generations. It reminds us that sometimes it is okay to look away from conventionality and embrace our inner childlike curiosity.
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