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Thomas Laugher, commonly called Old Tommy, 1700-1812. 1869 (lithograph)
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Thomas Laugher, commonly called Old Tommy, 1700-1812. 1869 (lithograph)
7232964 Thomas Laugher, commonly called Old Tommy, 1700-1812. 1869 (lithograph) by Cooper, Robert (fl.1800-36); Private Collection; (add.info.: Thomas Laugher, commonly called Old Tommy, 1700-1812. Teetotaller, former liquor merchant of Tower Street, London, famous for his great longevity. Standing with a cane and hat at a desk with his birth certificate, portraits on the wall of his father who lived to 97 and mother who lived to 108. From a portrait of him at age 107. 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 print showcases Thomas Laugher, affectionately known as Old Tommy, who lived an astonishingly long life from 1700 to 1812. The image depicts him standing proudly at a desk, holding a cane and wearing a hat that exudes wisdom and resilience. Old Tommy was renowned for his teetotalism and had previously worked as a liquor merchant on Tower Street in London. The lithograph also captures the essence of Old Tommy's remarkable lineage by featuring portraits of his father, who lived until the age of 97, and his mother, who reached an impressive 108 years old. These ancestral figures serve as testaments to the longevity that runs in Old Tommy's family. Created by Robert Cooper based on a stipple engraving, this artwork is part of Henry Wilson and James Caulfield's Book of Wonderful Characters. Published in London in 1869, this book delves into the lives of extraordinary individuals throughout history. Old Tommy's portrait not only serves as a visual representation of his advanced age but also highlights the curiosity surrounding individuals with exceptional longevity during this era. This lithograph offers viewers an intriguing glimpse into British society during the late eighteenth century and early nineteenth century when trade enterprises were flourishing. Overall, this print immortalizes Old Tommy's legacy while simultaneously capturing the fascination surrounding his incredible lifespan within Great Britain at that time.
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