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Gentleman reading a comedy aloud in a living room, when half asleep and quite stupid. Handcoloured copperplate drawn and etched by John Augustus Atkinson from Illustrations of the Miseries of Human Life, William Miller, London, 1807
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Gentleman reading a comedy aloud in a living room, when half asleep and quite stupid. Handcoloured copperplate drawn and etched by John Augustus Atkinson from Illustrations of the Miseries of Human Life, William Miller, London, 1807
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In this charming handcoloured copperplate print from 1807, we see a gentleman reading a comedy aloud in a living room. However, he appears to be half asleep and quite stupid, as his eyes droop and his expression is one of drowsiness. The scene is captured with humor and wit by artist John Augustus Atkinson, known for his caricatures that depict the miseries of human life.
The setting of the living room with its cozy hearth and elegant furnishings adds to the atmosphere of domesticity and leisure. The gentleman's attempt at reading aloud in such a state only serves to highlight the absurdity of the situation, making it a comic scene that would have surely elicited groans from those witnessing it.
Atkinson's skillful etching and engraving techniques bring out the details of the gentleman's attire and surroundings, creating a vivid portrayal of Regency-era society. This print is not just a humorous depiction of someone falling asleep while reading, but also a commentary on human folly and our tendency to engage in activities even when we are clearly not fully present.
Overall, this delightful image captures a moment of everyday life with all its quirks and imperfections, reminding us that laughter can be found even in moments of stupidity.
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