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A student is introduced to the head of a college at Oxford University. First Bow to Alma Mater, or Bernard Blackmantle's introduction to the Big Wig. Handcoloured copperplate drawn and engraved by Robert Cruikshank from The English Spy, London
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A student is introduced to the head of a college at Oxford University. First Bow to Alma Mater, or Bernard Blackmantle's introduction to the Big Wig. Handcoloured copperplate drawn and engraved by Robert Cruikshank from The English Spy, London
FLO4618834 A student is introduced to the head of a college at Oxford University. First Bow to Alma Mater, or Bernard Blackmantle's introduction to the Big Wig. Handcoloured copperplate drawn and engraved by Robert Cruikshank from The English Spy, London, 1825. Written by Bernard Blackmantle, a pseudonym for Charles Molloy Westmacott.; (add.info.: A student is introduced to the head of a college at Oxford University. First Bow to Alma Mater, or Bernard Blackmantle's introduction to the Big Wig. Handcoloured copperplate drawn and engraved by Robert Cruikshank from The English Spy, London, 1825. Written by Bernard Blackmantle, a pseudonym for Charles Molloy Westmacott.); © Florilegius
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In this handcoloured copperplate print from 1825, we are transported to the prestigious halls of Oxford University as a student is introduced to the head of a college. The scene captures the moment of "First Bow to Alma Mater," or as Bernard Blackmantle eloquently puts it, the introduction to the Big Wig.
The intricate details in Robert Cruikshank's engraving bring to life this significant encounter between student and authority figure. The student, dressed in traditional academic attire, bows respectfully before the esteemed head of college, showcasing a gesture of reverence towards their alma mater.
Bernard Blackmantle's witty narrative adds an element of satire and humor to this formal occasion, shedding light on the dynamics at play within such esteemed institutions. As Charles Molloy Westmacott's pseudonym suggests, there is an air of mystery and intrigue surrounding this interaction between academia and hierarchy.
This print serves as a window into a bygone era where education was revered and respected, capturing not only the essence of academic life but also highlighting the importance of tradition and ceremony within educational institutions like Oxford University. It is truly a timeless piece that continues to resonate with viewers today.
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