Poster Print : Illustration, More Than He Expected
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Illustration, More Than He Expected
Illustration, More Than He Expected -- an old man seeking the elixir of life is shocked to see a sudden outpouring of babies.
circa 1910
Mary Evans Picture Library makes available wonderful images created for people to enjoy over the centuries
Media ID 14311559
© Terry Parker / Mary Evans Picture Library
Alchemist Alchemy Babies Elixir Expected Glasses Immortality Liquid Magic Magician Seeking Shock Shocked Spectacles Surprise Surprised Walker Wizard Youth Wizardry
18x24 inch Poster Print
Breathtakingly captivating, this illustration titled "Illustration, More Than He Expected" by Terry Parker, showcased through the Media Storehouse range of Poster Prints, transports you to a bygone era. Witness the surprise and awe on the old man's face as an unexpected outpouring of babies emerges before him, symbolizing the unforeseen consequences of his quest for the elixir of life. This mesmerizing turn-of-the-century image from Mary Evans Picture Library is now available as a stunning poster print, perfect for adding a touch of timeless charm to any room in your home or office.
Poster prints are budget friendly enlarged prints in standard poster paper sizes. Printed on 150 gsm Matte Paper for a natural feel and supplied rolled in a tube. Great for framing and should last many years. To clean wipe with a microfiber, non-abrasive cloth or napkin. Our Archival Quality Photo Prints and Fine Art Paper Prints are printed on higher quality paper and the choice of which largely depends on your budget.
Poster prints are budget friendly enlarged prints in standard poster paper sizes (A0, A1, A2, A3 etc). Whilst poster paper is sometimes thinner and less durable than our other paper types, they are still ok for framing and should last many years. Our Archival Quality Photo Prints and Fine Art Paper Prints are printed on higher quality paper and the choice of which largely depends on your budget.
Estimated Product Size is 46.3cm x 61.6cm (18.2" x 24.3")
These are individually made so all sizes are approximate
Artwork printed orientated as per the preview above, with portrait (vertical) orientation to match the source image.
More Than He Expected
EDITORS COMMENTS
(circa 1910) by Terry Parker, an exquisite illustration from the Mary Evans Picture Library, portrays an amusing and surprising scene of an old man's quest for the elixir of life. The illustration is set in a dimly lit room, where the alchemist, dressed in a long robe and wearing a pointy hat, holds a glass vial filled with a red, mysterious liquid. With a look of intense concentration on his face, he leans over the vial, ready to take a sip. Suddenly, the old man's expression changes from anticipation to shock as a torrent of babies pours out of the vial, surprising him and filling the room with joyful chaos. The newborns, each one represented by a tiny, adorable figure, bounce and gurgle, creating a stark contrast to the somber, aged figure of the alchemist. The old man, now wearing a look of disbelief and perhaps a hint of amusement, clutches his walking stick as he takes in the unexpected turn of events. The scene is filled with a warm, comic tone, as the old man's quest for immortality takes an unexpected, yet delightful, turn. The illustration is reminiscent of the magical and whimsical tales of the 1910s, with its use of dark and light contrasts, smoke, and the magical elements of alchemy and wizardry. The old man's glasses and the alchemist's hat and robe add to the whimsical and humorous atmosphere of the scene. Overall, "More Than He Expected" is a charming and delightful illustration that captures the essence of the unexpected twists and turns of life, as well as the enduring appeal of the quest for immortality and the joy of new beginnings.
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