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English gentleman and bookseller staring at a young beauty
An English gentleman at a booksellers in Avignon, catching his first glimpse of the beauty Clara with her old aunt. First sight of Clara at Avignon. Handcoloured copperplate engraving after an illustration by Thomas Rowlandson from Journal of Sentimental Travels in the Southern Provinces of France, translated and abridged from Moritz August von Thummels Reise in die mitt??glichen Provinzen van Frankreich im Jahre 1785 ??1786, Rudolph Ackermann, London, 1821
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In this hand-colored copperplate engraving, an English gentleman, dressed in the height of Regency fashion, gazes intently at a young beauty named Clara as she browses through the shelves of a bookseller's shop in the enchanting city of Avignon, France. The scene, taken from Thomas Rowlandson's Journal of Sentimental Travels in the Southern Provinces of France, transmitted the allure and charm of the picturesque European locales that captivated the imaginations of the English upper classes during the early 19th century. The gentleman's rapt expression is reminiscent of the deep contemplation and reverence often associated with the great poets of the past, such as Petrarch and his muse, Laura. The atmosphere of the print is further enhanced by the presence of the ancient, gothic architecture of Avignon, with its tombs, vaults, and crypts, which evoke a sense of history and tradition. The bookseller, seemingly oblivious to the developing scene before him, continues to attend to his customers, surrounded by a myriad of books, manuscripts, and prints. The shop, with its dimly lit interior and ornate decor, exudes an aura of intellectual curiosity and scholarly pursuit. The young beauty, Clara, is accompanied by her elderly aunt, who appears to be deep in conversation with another woman, oblivious to the admiring gaze of the English gentleman. The convent in the background, with its whitewashed walls and red-tiled roof, adds to the sense of otherworldliness and intrigue that pervades the scene. The print, with its intricate details and delicate shading, is a testament to the skill and artistry of the engraver and the enduring allure of the European travel experience. The image of the English gentleman, captivated by the beauty of Clara in the charming city of Avignon, continues to resonate with viewers, transporting them to a bygone era of romance, adventure, and intellectual pursuit.
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