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"There was an Old Man on some rocks, who shut up his wife in a box", from A Book of Nonsense, published by Frederick Warne and Co. London, c. 1875 (colour litho)
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"There was an Old Man on some rocks, who shut up his wife in a box", from A Book of Nonsense, published by Frederick Warne and Co. London, c. 1875 (colour litho)
LLM386668 " There was an Old Man on some rocks, who shut up his wife in a box", from A Book of Nonsense, published by Frederick Warne and Co. London, c.1875 (colour litho) by Lear, Edward (1812-88); Private Collection; (add.info.: Written 1846; ); © Look and Learn
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Absurd Begging Childrens Cruelty Humourous Imprisoned Imprisonment Limerick Limericks Locked Up Married Rhyme Rhymes Prisoner Verse
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This colorful lithograph print captures a satirical scene from Edward Lear's "A Book of Nonsense" published in London around 1875. The illustration depicts an old man standing on some rocks, with a mischievous grin on his face. In the background, we see a box tightly shut, and inside it is his wife, trapped and begging for release. Lear's limerick accompanying this image tells the absurd tale of an old man who decides to imprison his own wife. This darkly humorous poem reflects Victorian society's attitudes towards marriage and gender dynamics at the time. The vibrant colors and detailed illustrations bring this whimsical scene to life, showcasing Lear's talent as both a writer and artist. The exaggerated expressions on the characters' faces add to the overall humor of the piece. This print serves as a reminder of how literature can be used to critique societal norms while entertaining readers at the same time. It invites viewers to reflect on themes such as violence, cruelty, imprisonment, and domestic relationships through its clever combination of text and imagery. Overall, this artwork offers a glimpse into Victorian-era poetry and illustration techniques while providing us with thought-provoking commentary on human behavior that remains relevant even today.
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