Lear / More Nonsense / C19Th
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Lear / More Nonsense / C19Th
There was an Old Man of Shields, Who frequented the valleys & fields; All the mice & the cats, & the snakes & the rats, Followed after that person of Shields
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1872 C19th Cats Fields Frequented Lear Mice Nonsense Pied Piper Rats Satire Valleys
EDITORS COMMENTS
This 19th-century print, titled "There was an Old Man of Shields," is a delightful example of Victorian satire and nonsense literature. Published by Mary Evans Picture Library in 1872, the print depicts a cartoon image of a Pied Piper-esque figure, inspired by the classic English nursery rhyme and the famous legend of the Pied Piper of Hamelin. The old man, dressed in a motley coat and wearing a tall, conical hat, is shown leading a procession of animals - mice, cats, snakes, and rats - through the picturesque valleys and fields. The whimsical scene is reminiscent of the works of Edward Lear, a renowned English artist, author, and poet, who is best known for his literary nonsense and limericks. This print, however, predates Lear's most famous works and might have influenced his unique style. The old man's exaggerated features, the absurdity of the animals following him, and the playful use of language all reflect the spirit of nonsense that would later become synonymous with Lear's name. The print is a testament to the popularity of nonsense literature during the Victorian era, which provided a respite from the rigid social norms and offered a means of expressing creativity and imagination. The old man of Shields, with his enchanting ability to lead animals, adds a touch of magic and wonder to the everyday world, making this print a cherished piece of historical art and literature.
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