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Mr Wackford Squeers and the New Pupil, illustration for Character Sketches from Dickens compiled by B. W. Matz, 1924 (colour litho)
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Mr Wackford Squeers and the New Pupil, illustration for Character Sketches from Dickens compiled by B. W. Matz, 1924 (colour litho)
IL193489 Mr Wackford Squeers and the New Pupil, illustration for Character Sketches from Dickens compiled by B.W. Matz, 1924 (colour litho) by Copping, Harold (1863-1932); Private Collection
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1812 70 Angst Anguish Anxiety Brutal Cruel Intimidating Nicholas Nickleby One Eyed Scared Sombre Trunk Victorian Costume Charles Dickens Little Boys Young Boy
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This print titled "Mr Wackford Squeers and the New Pupil" transports us back to the Victorian era, immersing us in a scene of both intrigue and trepidation. The illustration, created by Harold Copping in 1924, is part of the renowned compilation "Character Sketches from Dickens" by B. W. Matz. In this vivid depiction, we witness an interior setting filled with somberness and vacancy. A young boy stands before Mr. Wackford Squeers, headmaster of Dotheboys School, his vacant stare reflecting a mixture of fear and anxiety. Dressed in traditional Victorian attire, he clutches a quill that he diligently sharpens under the watchful eye of his intimidating teacher. The cruel nature of Mr. Squeers becomes evident as we notice his one-eyed gaze fixed upon the new pupil's every move. The presence of a trunk nearby suggests that this child has just arrived at the school - perhaps leaving behind a life once known for something far more sinister. As viewers, we are drawn into this powerful image that encapsulates Charles Dickens' novel Nicholas Nickleby (1812-70). It evokes feelings of anguish and despair while shedding light on the harsh realities faced by children during this era. Through Copping's masterful use of color lithography, he brings to life not only these characters but also our own emotions as we empathize with their plight. This artwork serves as a poignant reminder
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