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The Artful Dodger, from Oliver Twist, by Charles Dickens, 1923 (colour litho)
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The Artful Dodger, from Oliver Twist, by Charles Dickens, 1923 (colour litho)
KDC465732 The Artful Dodger, from Oliver Twist, by Charles Dickens, 1923 (colour litho) by Clarke, Joseph Clayton (Kyd) (1856-1937); Private Collection; (add.info.: One of the members of the gang of children employed by Fagin as pickpocketers; illustration from the series of Character Sketches from Charles Dickens, produced as cigarette cards by John Player & Sons; ); British, out of copyright
Media ID 22371004
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Cigarette Card Criminal Dickensian Fiction Fictional Pickpocket Rags Scheming Urchin Vintage Card
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This print showcases "The Artful Dodger" from Charles Dickens' renowned novel, Oliver Twist. Created in 1923 by Joseph Clayton Clarke (Kyd), this color lithograph captures the essence of one of literature's most infamous characters. The Artful Dodger was a member of Fagin's gang, a group of children employed as pickpockets. Part of the series "Character Sketches from Charles Dickens" produced as cigarette cards by John Player & Sons, this vintage card provides a glimpse into the fictional world created by Dickens. The image portrays the Dodger in full length, exuding an air of mischief and cunningness that defines his character. With his street-smart demeanor and distinctive pipe in hand, the Dodger epitomizes Victorian-era criminality and youthful rebellion. This caricature-like portrait reflects both the rags-to-riches nature of Dickensian literature and its ability to capture societal issues prevalent during that time. As an urchin living on the fringes of society, surviving through petty crime becomes a means for survival for characters like the Artful Dodger. Through this photo print, we are transported back to a time when fiction mirrored reality and literary works shed light on social inequalities. Bridgeman Images has preserved this piece from their private collection, allowing us to appreciate not only Kyd's artistic talent but also delve deeper into Dickens' iconic narrative.
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