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The Emperor and his whole court stood on the shore expecting the issue (colour litho)
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The Emperor and his whole court stood on the shore expecting the issue (colour litho)
668569 The Emperor and his whole court stood on the shore expecting the issue (colour litho) by English School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: The Emperor and his whole court stood on the shore expecting the issue. An illustration from an edition of Gullivers Travels, by Jonathan Swift, first published in 1726.); © Look and Learn; English, out of copyright
Media ID 23231870
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Expecting Giants Gullivers Travels Issue Jonathan Swift Lemuel Gulliver Lilliput Stood
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In this photo print, titled "The Emperor and his whole court stood on the shore expecting the issue" we are transported to a scene of anticipation and wonder. The image depicts an illustration from Jonathan Swift's renowned novel, Gulliver's Travels, first published in 1726. As we gaze upon the picture, our eyes are drawn to the majestic figure of the Emperor standing proudly at the forefront. Surrounding him is his entire court, their faces filled with eager expectation. Together they stand on a picturesque shore, overlooking a vast expanse of water that stretches out before them. The composition of this colour lithograph beautifully captures both the grandeur and vulnerability present in Swift's literary masterpiece. We cannot help but imagine ourselves as part of this extraordinary moment - witnessing giants sailing towards Lilliputian shores. Through this artwork, we delve into themes of adventure and discovery found within Gulliver's Travels. It serves as a reminder that literature has the power to transport us beyond our own reality and ignite our imagination. This remarkable piece from English School (19th century) invites us to reflect on timeless tales that continue to captivate readers across generations. As we admire this print from Bridgeman Images' collection, let it serve as an invitation for us all to embark on our own journeys through literature and explore new worlds waiting just beyond our reach.
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