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Guster, c. 1920s (pen & ink with w / c on paper)
465511 Guster, c.1920s (pen & ink with w/c on paper) by Clarke, Joseph Clayton (Kyd) (1856-1937); 28.5x22.5 cm; Free Library of Philadelphia; (add.info.: From Twenty-Four Original Character Illustrations to Bleak House ; Bleak House by Charles Dickens (1812-70), first published in installments 1852-53); eFree Library of Philadelphia; Rare Book Department, Free Library of Philadelphia; British, out of copyright
Media ID 23489634
© Free Library of Philadelphia Rare Book Department, Free Library of Philadelphia / Bridgeman Images
Anxious Apron Bleak House Feeble Maids Maidservant Novels Servants Characters Charles Dickens Maid Maidservants
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This print showcases a stunning pen and ink with watercolor illustration titled "Guster, c. 1920s" by Joseph Clayton Clarke (Kyd). The artwork, measuring 28.5x22.5 cm, is housed in the Free Library of Philadelphia's Rare Book Department. The image depicts a female maidservant named Guster, portrayed in her full-length costume from the Victorian era. With an anxious expression on her face and clutching a book tightly to her chest, Guster embodies the feeble yet determined character from Charles Dickens' renowned novel "Bleak House". This particular illustration was part of Twenty-Four Original Character Illustrations to Bleak House. Clarke's attention to detail is evident in his portrayal of Guster's apron and fashion choices that perfectly capture the essence of domestic servants during this time period. The delicate brushstrokes and use of watercolor add depth and life to this literary-inspired artwork. As we delve into this early 20th-century masterpiece, we are transported back in time to witness the rich characters brought forth by Charles Dickens' vivid imagination. This print serves as a reminder of the enduring power of literature and its ability to inspire visual interpretations that continue to captivate audiences even today.
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