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Photographic Print : The Sluggard, 19th century, (1943). Creator: Henry Fitzcook
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The Sluggard, 19th century, (1943). Creator: Henry Fitzcook
The Sluggard, 19th century, (1943). A scruffy man lounges against a wall. His overgrown garden is full of thistles, and the church spire in the distance is choked with ivy. Illustration from Wattss " Divine and Moral Songs for Children", first published in 1720. Published in " The English Bible", by Sir Herbert Grierson. [Collins, London, 1943]
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Bamp W Britain In Pictures Coll Grierson H J C H J C Grierson Henry Herbert Herbert Grierson Herbert John Clifford Grierson Lazy Leaning Morality Morals Overgrown Scruffy Sir Herbert Sir Herbert Grierson Sir Herbert John Clifford Grierson Social History The English Bible Thistle Thistles Weed Weeds Bramble Unkempt
11"x8.5" Photo Print
Bring the timeless charm of the 19th century to your home with Media Storehouse's Photographic Print of 'The Sluggard' (1943). Captured by Henry Fitzcook from Heritage Images, this evocative image transports you back in time with its depiction of a man in a scruffy attire, casually leaning against a wall. His neglected garden, overgrown with thistles, adds to the sense of abandonment. The distant church spire, choked with ivy, serves as a poignant reminder of the passage of time. This exquisite print, with its rich detail and stunning texture, is a must-have for history enthusiasts and art collectors alike.
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Estimated Image Size (if not cropped) is 19.3cm x 27.9cm (7.6" x 11")
Estimated Product Size is 21.6cm x 27.9cm (8.5" x 11")
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Artwork printed orientated as per the preview above, with portrait (vertical) orientation to match the source image.
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In this print titled "The Sluggard" we are transported to the 19th century, where a scene of neglect unfolds before our eyes. The image, created by Henry Fitzcook in 1943, depicts a scruffy man lazily leaning against a wall amidst an overgrown garden filled with thistles. As we gaze into the distance, the church spire emerges from behind a curtain of ivy, symbolizing the entanglement of nature and religion. This thought-provoking illustration was originally featured in Wattss' "Divine and Moral Songs for Children" published in 1720. It later found its place within Sir Herbert Grierson's renowned work "The English Bible" released by Collins in London during 1943. Through this powerful visual representation, Fitzcook invites us to reflect on themes such as morality and social responsibility. The unkempt state of both the man and his garden serves as a metaphor for negligence and idleness that can permeate society if left unchecked. As we delve into this piece of artistry from another era, it becomes evident that it holds historical significance beyond its aesthetic appeal. It offers us a glimpse into Victorian England while highlighting timeless concepts such as human behavior, religious symbolism, and societal values. "The Sluggard" is not merely an engraving frozen in time; it is an invitation to contemplate our own actions and their impact on our surroundings – be they physical or spiritual.
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