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The Guard Who Dropped It
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The Guard Who Dropped It
A humorous illustration showing a terrified guardsman who has dropped his rifle. Bateman (1887-1970) was a popular artist and regularly contributed to the Sketch, the Tatler and the Bystander. His efficient, bold style depicting social faux-pas was ground breaking for its time and his work is a brilliant reflection of the period
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Bateman Dropped Guard Guardsman Rifle Terrified
EDITORS COMMENTS
This humorous illustration, titled "The Guard Who Dropped It," showcases the renowned artistic talent of English satirist and illustrator, C.F.A. Voysey Bateman. Created in 1887, this print captures a moment of hilarious mishap in a historical context. The illustration depicts a terrified guardsman, with a look of utter shock and disbelief on his face, as he watches in horror as his rifle slips from his grasp and falls to the ground. Bateman's efficient and bold style is on full display here, with the guardsman's exaggerated expression and the sharp lines and details of his uniform and rifle. Bateman was a prolific contributor to various popular magazines of the time, including the Sketch, the Tatler, and the Bystander. His work was groundbreaking for its time, providing a brilliant reflection of the period through his depiction of social faux-pas and humorous observations of everyday life. This print, with its lighthearted take on a common military mishap, is a testament to Bateman's ability to capture the human condition in all its imperfect glory. The illustration's historical significance lies not only in its depiction of a guardsman, but also in the larger context of Bateman's work and the time period in which it was created. The late 19th century was a time of great social change and upheaval, and Bateman's illustrations provided a unique and often humorous perspective on the world around him. This print, with its timeless sense of humor and historical relevance, continues to be a beloved and collectible piece of art today.
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