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The Death of Chatterton, the Young Poet (gravure)
969236 The Death of Chatterton, the Young Poet (gravure) by Wallis, Henry (1830-1916); Private Collection; (add.info.: The Death of Chatterton, the Young Poet. Thomas Chatterton (1752-1770) died from arsenic poisoning. Illustration from Great Men and Famous Women edited by Charles Horne (Selmar Hess, c 1900). Digitally cleaned image.); © Look and Learn
Media ID 22518628
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Arsenic Bedding Great Bed Poisoned Poisoning Suicide Thomas Chatterton Tragedy Authors Beds Book Author Deaths Furnish Home Furnishing Litaerature Mortality Passed Away Upholstered Goods
14"x16" Premium Frame
Contemporary style Premium Wooden Frame with 8"x10" Print. Complete with 2" White Mat and 1.25" thick MDF frame. Printed on 260 gsm premium paper. Glazed with shatter proof UV coated acrylic glass. Backing is paper covered backing with rubber bumpers. Supplied ready to hang with a pre-installed sawtooth/wire hanger. Care Instructions: Spot clean with a damp cloth. Securely packaged in a clear plastic bag and envelope in a reinforced cardboard shipper
FSC Real Wood Frame and Double Mounted with White Conservation Mountboard - Professionally Made and Ready to Hang
Estimated Image Size (if not cropped) is 25.4cm x 20.3cm (10" x 8")
Estimated Product Size is 40.6cm x 35.6cm (16" x 14")
These are individually made so all sizes are approximate
Artwork printed orientated as per the preview above, with landscape (horizontal) orientation to match the source image.
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The Death of Chatterton, the Young Poet
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is a hauntingly beautiful gravure print that captures the tragic end of Thomas Chatterton, a talented British writer from the 18th century. The image depicts a dimly lit bedroom with an open window, symbolizing both escape and despair. Chatterton's lifeless body lies on a bed, his pale face reflecting the sorrow and torment he experienced in his short existence. The print highlights the circumstances surrounding Chatterton's demise - arsenic poisoning - which was believed to be suicide. His untimely death at such a young age adds to the sense of tragedy and lost potential. As we gaze upon this artwork, we are reminded of how fragile human life can be and how even great talents can succumb to their inner demons. The attention to detail in this engraving is remarkable; every piece of furniture and upholstery has been meticulously rendered, transporting us back to 18th-century England. It serves as a testament not only to Henry Wallis' artistic skill but also to his dedication in capturing historical accuracy. "The Death of Chatterton" invites us into a world where literature intertwines with mortality, reminding us that even in death, writers leave behind legacies that continue to inspire generations. This powerful image serves as both an homage to Thomas Chatterton's literary contributions and as a somber reflection on the fragility of human existence itself.
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