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DR SAMUEL JOHNSON standing for an hour in Uttoxeter market-place in penance for refusing, as a boy, when asked by his father to sell books there
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Media ID 4308699
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1709 1784 Asked Hour Humiliation Johnson Mockery Penance Penitent Rain Refusing Samuel Sell Umbrellas Uttoxeter
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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This powerful and poignant print captures a moment in history that is both humbling and inspiring. In the image, we see Dr. Samuel Johnson standing for an hour in Uttoxeter market-place as an act of penance for refusing to sell books there when he was just a boy. The year is 1784, but the events depicted harken back to 1709 when Johnson's father asked him to help out with the family business.
Despite the rain pouring down on him and the mockery of onlookers, Johnson stands tall and resolute, embodying both humility and strength. His willingness to publicly atone for his past actions speaks volumes about his character and integrity.
The scene is filled with historical significance, capturing a moment that has become legendary in British history. It serves as a reminder of the importance of owning up to our mistakes and making amends, no matter how difficult or humiliating it may be.
As we gaze upon this image, we are transported back in time to witness a truly remarkable display of penitence and self-reflection. It is a testament to the enduring power of forgiveness and redemption, embodied by one man's solitary stand in a bustling market square.
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