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Jimmy Gordon, an eccentric character of Cambridge, 1762-1825. 1869 (lithograph)
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Jimmy Gordon, an eccentric character of Cambridge, 1762-1825. 1869 (lithograph)
7232987 Jimmy Gordon, an eccentric character of Cambridge, 1762-1825. 1869 (lithograph) by Cooper, Robert (fl.1800-36); Private Collection; (add.info.: James " Jemmy" Gordon, 18th century attorney who became an alcoholic vagabond in and out of gaol. Jimmy Gordon, an eccentric character of Cambridge, 1762-1825. In bicorn, jacket, breeches and boots. Lithograph after a stipple engraving by Robert Cooper from Henry Wilson and James Caulfields Book of Wonderful Characters, Memoirs and Anecdotes, of Remarkable and Eccentric Persons in all ages and countries, John Camden Hotten, Piccadilly, London, 1869.); © Florilegius
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This lithograph from 1869 depicts Jimmy Gordon, an eccentric character of Cambridge who lived from 1762 to 1825. The artist, Robert Cooper, skillfully captures the essence of this remarkable individual who led a tumultuous life. Originally an attorney in the 18th century, Jimmy Gordon's path took a tragic turn as he succumbed to alcoholism and became a wandering vagabond frequently imprisoned. In the lithograph, we see Jimmy Gordon dressed in his distinctive attire: a bicorn hat atop his head, accompanied by a jacket, breeches, and boots. His disheveled appearance reflects the hardships he endured throughout his existence. This image is based on a stipple engraving by Cooper for Henry Wilson and James Caulfields' Book of Wonderful Characters. The composition evokes both curiosity and sympathy for this troubled figure. It serves as a poignant reminder of how circumstances can drastically alter one's life trajectory. Despite his downfall into addiction and destitution, there is something undeniably intriguing about Jimmy Gordon that captivates our imagination. Through this artwork, we are transported back to 19th-century England when eccentric characters like Jimmy were not uncommon sights on the streets of Cambridge. This lithograph offers us glimpses into British history while also shedding light on themes such as alcoholism and societal marginalization. Bridgeman Images has preserved this historical gem within their private collection so that future generations can appreciate its artistic merit and gain insight into the complexities of human existence during that era.
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