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Blind chaunter or singer with a catgut fiddle and bow. The fiddle has a tea canister for a soundbox. Copied from an etching by Miller after a drawing by Gravelot
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Blind chaunter or singer with a catgut fiddle and bow. The fiddle has a tea canister for a soundbox. Copied from an etching by Miller after a drawing by Gravelot
FLO5003460 Blind chaunter or singer with a catgut fiddle and bow. The fiddle has a tea canister for a soundbox. Copied from an etching by Miller after a drawing by Gravelot. Copperplate etching drawn and engraved by John Thomas Smith from his Vagabondiana, Anecdotes of Mendicant Wanderers through the Streets of London, 1817.; (add.info.: Blind chaunter or singer with a catgut fiddle and bow. The fiddle has a tea canister for a soundbox. Copied from an etching by Miller after a drawing by Gravelot. Copperplate etching drawn and engraved by John Thomas Smith from his Vagabondiana, Anecdotes of Mendicant Wanderers through the Streets of London, 1817.); © Florilegius
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This etching captures the essence of a blind chaunter or singer, skillfully playing a catgut fiddle with a bow. What makes this scene truly unique is the makeshift soundbox of the fiddle - a humble tea canister. The artist's attention to detail in depicting this unconventional instrument adds an element of whimsy and resourcefulness to the image.
The figure of the blind musician, lost in their music despite their lack of sight, evokes a sense of resilience and determination in the face of adversity. Their expression conveys both passion for their craft and perhaps a hint of melancholy for what they cannot see.
This artwork serves as a poignant reminder of the struggles faced by those living on the margins of society. The portrayal of homelessness, poverty, and precariousness through this character highlights the harsh realities that many individuals have to endure.
Through John Thomas Smith's masterful engraving from his Vagabondiana series, we are transported back to early 19th-century London streets, where characters like this blind chaunter would roam. This image not only showcases artistic talent but also sheds light on forgotten stories and experiences from history.
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