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Illustration for Gulliver's Travels written by Jonathan Swift, 1845 (engraving)
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Illustration for Gulliver's Travels written by Jonathan Swift, 1845 (engraving)
PCT4261312 Illustration for Gulliver's Travels written by Jonathan Swift, 1845 (engraving) by Grandville (Jean Ignace Isidore Gerard) (1803-47); (add.info.: Illustration by Grandville (French edition 1845 Fournier, Furne & cie) for Swift's book "Les Voyages de Gulliver: Gulliver extinguishes the fire of the palace of the imperatrice in Lilliput by peing on the flames.)
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This engraving, titled "Illustration for Gulliver's Travels" by Grandville, takes us on a visual journey through the imaginative world of Jonathan Swift's renowned novel. Created in 1845 as part of the French edition of "Les Voyages de Gulliver" this print encapsulates one of the most memorable scenes from the book. In this particular illustration, we witness Gulliver, the fictional character and protagonist, standing tall amidst Lilliputian chaos. The imperatrice's palace is engulfed in flames, threatening to consume everything in its path. However, our hero springs into action with an unconventional solution – he extinguishes the fire by urinating on it. Grandville masterfully captures both the humor and absurdity found within Swift's satirical tale. The intricate details and delicate lines bring life to every element present: from Gulliver himself towering over tiny figures to the flickering flames that dance across the page. Through this artwork, we are transported back to a time when literature was not only meant for reading but also visually experienced through engravings like these. It serves as a testament to both Swift's enduring storytelling prowess and Grandville's artistic skill. As we gaze upon this remarkable piece, we cannot help but marvel at how it effortlessly combines elements of fantasy and reality while reminding us of our own capacity for ingenuity even in dire situations.
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