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Mr Verdant Green furnishes the Subject for a Striking Frontispiece (engraving)
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Mr Verdant Green furnishes the Subject for a Striking Frontispiece (engraving)
2800943 Mr Verdant Green furnishes the Subject for a Striking Frontispiece (engraving) by Bede, Cuthbert (1827-89); Private Collection; (add.info.: Mr Verdant Green furnishes the Subject for a Striking Frontispiece. Illustration for The Further Adventures of Mr Verdant Green An Oxford Undergraduate (H Ingram, 1854).); © Look and Learn
Media ID 22993190
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College Fresher Freshman Freshmen Frontispiece Mr Verdant Green Oxbridge Striking Subject Undergraduate Undergraduates
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In this engraving titled "Mr Verdant Green furnishes the Subject for a Striking Frontispiece" we are transported to the lively world of Oxford University in the mid-19th century. The image, created by Cuthbert Bede, showcases the humorous and amusing aspects of college life. The central figure, Mr Verdant Green, is a fresh-faced undergraduate who finds himself at the center of an entertaining clash between town and gown. As freshmen confront each other with fervor and enthusiasm, a battle ensues that captures both the spirit and challenges faced by young students entering university. Bede's skillful artwork brings forth not only laughter but also highlights the unique dynamics within Oxbridge institutions. With its striking composition and clever depiction of conflict, this frontispiece perfectly captures the essence of undergraduate life during this era. As we gaze upon this print from Fine Art Finder's private collection, we cannot help but be drawn into Mr Verdant Green's world – a place where education meets humor in unexpected ways. This engraving serves as a reminder that even amidst academic pursuits, there is always room for lightheartedness and camaraderie among students navigating their way through university life.
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