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Ils tomberent tous a la renverse, commes ils eussent ete frappes du tonnere
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Ils tomberent tous a la renverse, commes ils eussent ete frappes du tonnere
CHT170165 Ils tomberent tous a la renverse, commes ils eussent ete frappes du tonnere, illustration from Les Voyages de Gulliver by Jonathan Swift (1667-1745) (colour litho) by Lix, Frederic Theodore (1830-97); Private Collection; (add.info.: They fell to the ground as if they had been knocked over by thunder ; ); eArchives Charmet; French, out of copyright
Media ID 23200346
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Contrast Firing Gate Giant Gullivers Travels Lilliput Lilliputians Part One Pistols Scale Small Tiny Walls
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The captivating print titled "Ils tomberent tous a la renverse, commes ils eussent ete frappes du tonnere" transports us into the imaginative world of Jonathan Swift's famous novel, Les Voyages de Gulliver. Created by Frederic Theodore Lix, this colour lithograph beautifully captures a pivotal moment in the story. In this scene, we witness a group of Lilliputians falling to the ground in astonishment and fear. Their tiny figures are juxtaposed against towering walls and structures that surround them. The contrast between their small stature and the grandeur of their surroundings is strikingly depicted. As smoke billows from miniature pistols fired by these diminutive beings, one cannot help but be drawn into the satirical nature of Swift's narrative. This illustration perfectly encapsulates the social commentary embedded within Gulliver's Travels. Lix masterfully brings to life Swift's vision as he skillfully portrays both the absurdity and intensity of this particular moment. The level of detail in each figure showcases Lix's talent as an artist while also emphasizing the intricate world-building within Swift's literary masterpiece. This print serves as a visual reminder of how art can transport us to different realms and evoke powerful emotions through its storytelling capabilities. It invites viewers to delve deeper into Gulliver's adventures while appreciating Lix's artistic interpretation.
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