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"Mr Brisk and Mercy"from The Pilgrims Progress From This World
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"Mr Brisk and Mercy"from The Pilgrims Progress From This World
5615820 " Mr Brisk and Mercy" from The Pilgrims Progress From This World, To That Which Is To Come by John Bunyan (1628-1688) Illustration by Byam Shaw (1872-1919), Mr Brisk courts Mercy until he discovers her industry is given away for charity. by Shaw, John Byam Liston (1872-1919); Private Collection; (add.info.: John Byam Liston Shaw (1872-1919) was a British artist who illustrated many books during the Golden Age of British book illustration (1890 until 1914) where high quality books were given as presents. Photograph from original 1910 first edition.); Photo eAF Fotografie; English, out of copyright
Media ID 23269450
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1678 1910 Bunyan Byam Shaw Charitable Charity Darning Dream Eternal Life Ethics First First Edition From This World John Bunyan John Byam Liston Shaw Mercy Morality Novel Palace Beautiful Part 2 Pilgrim Pilgrims Progress Progress Spiritual Suitor Travels Brisk Section 2
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In this print titled "Mr Brisk and Mercy" we are transported into the world of John Bunyan's timeless masterpiece, The Pilgrim's Progress From This World. Illustrated by the talented Byam Shaw, this scene depicts a pivotal moment in the story where Mr Brisk courts Mercy, one of the pilgrims on their journey to eternal life. As we gaze upon this colorful illustration from the original 1910 first edition, we can't help but be drawn into the intricate details that bring these characters to life. Mr Brisk is portrayed as a suitor who initially shows great interest in Mercy. However, his true intentions are revealed when he discovers her industry is given away for charity. The artist skillfully captures the essence of this moral dilemma through his use of color and composition. We can almost feel Mercy's strength and determination as she engages in darning while simultaneously showcasing her charitable nature. This image not only highlights an important theme of ethics and morality but also serves as a reminder that true virtue lies not only in appearances but also in actions. Through his masterful brushstrokes, Shaw invites us to reflect on our own journeys towards spiritual enlightenment and reminds us that it is our deeds that define us. Overall, "Mr Brisk and Mercy" is a visual testament to both Bunyan's literary genius and Shaw's artistic prowess – a treasure from British book illustration history that continues to inspire generations with its profound message.
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