Photo Mug : Ruskin / Acland
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Ruskin / Acland
JOHN RUSKIN English art critic and writer in old age, sitting in his garden at Brantwood, Coniston, with Sir Henry Acland Date: 1819 - 1900
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1819 Acland Coniston Critic Ruskin Stick Wicker Brantwood
Large Photo Mug (15 oz)
Bring your favorite art to life with our Media Storehouse Photo Mugs. This beautifully designed mug features a captivating image of John Ruskin, the renowned English art critic and writer, in deep conversation with Sir Henry Acland in his garden at Brantwood, Coniston. This high-quality mug, showcasing the classic photograph "Ruskin / Acland" from Mary Evans Prints Online, is perfect for sipping your favorite beverage while pondering the intricacies of art and culture. Each mug is printed with a vibrant, long-lasting image that will make your morning coffee or afternoon tea even more enjoyable. Add this unique and thought-provoking mug to your collection today.
Elevate your coffee or tea experience with our premium white ceramic mug. Its wide, comfortable handle makes drinking easy, and you can rely on it to be both microwave and dishwasher safe. Sold in single units, preview may show both sides of the same mug so you can see how the picture wraps around.
Elevate your coffee or tea experience with our premium white ceramic mug. Its wide, comfortable handle makes drinking easy, and you can rely on it to be both microwave and dishwasher safe. Sold in single units, preview may show both sides of the same mug so you can see how the picture wraps around.
These are individually made so all sizes are approximate
EDITORS COMMENTS
This evocative photograph captures the distinguished figure of John Ruskin, the renowned English art critic and writer, in his later years. Seated in his garden at Brantwood, his country residence in Coniston, Ruskin is seen in deep thought, surrounded by the natural beauty of the English countryside. Accompanying him is Sir Henry Acland, a close friend and confidant. Ruskin, born in 1819, was a leading intellectual of the Victorian era, known for his groundbreaking ideas on art, architecture, and social issues. His influential writings on art criticism, including "Modern Painters" and "The Stones of Venice," shaped the way art was understood and appreciated in the 19th century. Despite his many accomplishments, Ruskin's later years were marked by personal and financial struggles. He suffered from mental and physical health issues, and his once-prosperous family fortunes had dwindled. Yet, even in old age, he continued to find solace and inspiration in the natural world. In this image, Ruskin is depicted sitting in a wicker chair, his long white beard and walking stick adding to his wise and venerable appearance. Sir Henry Acland, dressed in a suit and hat, stands beside him, his expression one of quiet attentiveness. The two men seem lost in thought, their conversation no doubt touching on the many subjects that had consumed Ruskin's life's work. The setting of Brantwood, with its rolling hills and tranquil lake, serves as a fitting backdrop to this moment of contemplation. The photograph, taken in the early 20th century, offers a glimpse into the life of a man who, despite the challenges he faced, continued to seek beauty and meaning in the world around him.
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