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A cunning stroke by William Heath Robinson
A clever but unsportsmanlike contrivance to increase buoyance and prevent fatigue among Channel swimmers. A useful inflatable idea to help long-distance swimmers by the gadget king, William Heath Robinson, well known for his convoluted contraptions and wacky ideas. Date: 1927
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21"x14" (+3" Border) Fine Art Print
Discover the whimsical world of William Heath Robinson with our exquisite range of Fine Art Prints, featuring his iconic illustration "A Cunning Stroke" from Mary Evans Prints Online. This charming piece showcases Heath Robinson's signature wit and inventiveness, as he presents a clever yet unsportsmanlike contrivance to aid long-distance Channel swimmers. Add a touch of whimsy and inspiration to your home or office with this timeless work of art. Our Fine Art Prints are available under Rights Managed licensing, ensuring the highest quality and authenticity for your collection.
21x14 image printed on 27x20 Fine Art Rag Paper with 3" (76mm) white border. Our Fine Art Prints are printed on 300gsm 100% acid free, PH neutral paper with archival properties. This printing method is used by museums and art collections to exhibit photographs and art reproductions.
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Estimated Image Size (if not cropped) is 35.5cm x 53.3cm (14" x 21")
Estimated Product Size is 50.8cm x 68.6cm (20" x 27")
These are individually made so all sizes are approximate
Artwork printed orientated as per the preview above, with portrait (vertical) orientation to match the source image.
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William Heath Robinson's 'A Cunning Stroke': A Humorous and Unsportsmanlike Contrivance for Channel Swimmers, 1927 In this whimsical illustration by the renowned British graphic artist and inventor, William Heath Robinson, we find a clever yet unsportsmanlike solution to the challenges of long-distance Channel swimming. The image depicts a swimmer, with an expression of determined focus, wearing an elaborate and amusing inflatable device. This contraption, designed by the gadget king himself, is intended to increase buoyancy and prevent fatigue among swimmers. Heath Robinson, known for his convoluted contraptions and wacky ideas, outdid himself with this inventive float. The swimmer's arms are encased in inflatable tubes, which appear to be connected to a complex network of valves and hoses. The hoses lead to a compact, waterproof control panel on the swimmer's waist, allowing them to inflate or deflate the tubes as needed. The humorous and comic nature of this invention is evident in the swimmer's exaggerated posture and the exaggerated size of the inflatable tubes, which seem to threaten to engulf him entirely. The underwater scene in the background, complete with a curious fish and an upside-down jellyfish, adds to the amusing and lighthearted tone of the illustration. Despite its unsportsmanlike nature, Heath Robinson's invention is a testament to the ingenuity and creativity of the artist. His ability to imagine and design such a convoluted contraption continues to inspire and delight audiences, making 'A Cunning Stroke' a timeless piece of comic art.
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