Home > Europe > United Kingdom > England > London > Fashion
Illustration from "A Long-Vacation Vigil" by Cuthbert Bede, B.A. 1854. Creator: Unknown. Illustration from "A Long-Vacation Vigil" by Cuthbert Bede, B.A. 1854. Creator: Unknown
Wall Art and Photo Gifts from Heritage Images
Illustration from "A Long-Vacation Vigil" by Cuthbert Bede, B.A. 1854. Creator: Unknown. Illustration from "A Long-Vacation Vigil" by Cuthbert Bede, B.A. 1854. Creator: Unknown
Illustration from "A Long-Vacation Vigil" by Cuthbert Bede, B.A. 1854. Young man in top hat, smoking a cigar at night. From "Illustrated London News", 1854
Heritage Images features heritage image collections
Media ID 36231225
© The Print Collector/Heritage Images
Cigar Cigars Dark Darkness Funny Short Story Top Hat Tophat Cuthbert Bede Edward Bradley Young Man
FEATURES IN THESE COLLECTIONS
> Arts
> Artists
> B
> Cuthbert Bede
> Arts
> Artists
> D
> Edward Dayes
> Arts
> Literature
> Illustration
> Europe
> United Kingdom
> England
> London
> Fashion
> Historic
> Historical fashion trends
> Victorian fashion trends
> Historic
> Victorian era fashion
> Humour
> Related Images
A Long-Vacation Vigil
EDITORS COMMENTS
by Cuthbert Bede, B.A. 1854 is a captivating illustration that transports us back to the 19th century, specifically to the Victorian era in Britain. The image, published in the Illustrated London News, depicts a young man in a top hat, engrossed in a cigar, and lost in thought as he sits alone in the darkness of night. The young man's attire is that of the time, with a well-tailored coat, crisp shirt, and a cravat neatly tied around his neck. His top hat sits at his side, a symbol of his social standing and fashionable sensibilities. The cigar clenched between his fingers adds an air of sophistication and maturity to his appearance. The scene is set against a backdrop of darkness, with only the dim light of a nearby lamp illuminating the area around the young man. The contrast between the light and the dark creates an intriguing atmosphere, adding to the mystery of what is keeping the young man up at this hour. The illustration is a testament to the humour and wit of the Victorian era, with the young man's solitary vigil likely the subject of amusement for those who saw the image in the newspaper. The concept of a long vacation, or summer break, was a relatively new phenomenon during this time, and the idea of spending it in such an unconventional way would have been a source of fascination and amusement. Overall, this illustration is a fascinating glimpse into the past, offering a glimpse into the fashion, culture, and humour of the Victorian era. It is a reminder of the power of art and literature to transport us to another time and place, and to provide insights into the lives and experiences of those who came before us.
MADE IN THE USA
Safe Shipping with 30 Day Money Back Guarantee
FREE PERSONALISATION*
We are proud to offer a range of customisation features including Personalised Captions, Color Filters and Picture Zoom Tools
FREE COLORIZATION SERVICE
You can choose advanced AI Colorization for this picture at no extra charge!
SECURE PAYMENTS
We happily accept a wide range of payment options so you can pay for the things you need in the way that is most convenient for you
* Options may vary by product and licensing agreement. Zoomed Pictures can be adjusted in the Cart.
