Favourite Sayings - A horn-blower but not a hunter
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Favourite Sayings - A horn-blower but not a hunter
Black and white lantern slide of a man blowing a painted in trumpet. Painted background of front door, steps, railing, and street lamp.. Part of Box 197 Sayings, Boswell Collection. All are not hunters that blow the horn. Lantern slide creations of C. H. Spurgeons (a British Particular Baptist preacher, 1834-1892) illustrated John Ploughmans Pictures. Date: circa 1890s
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Media ID 14176427
© The Boswell Collection, Bexley Heritage Trust / Mary Evans
1834 1892 Baptist Blow Blowing Creations Favourite Horn Hunters Lamp Particular Phrases Pictures Preacher Proverb Proverbs Quote Quotes Railing Sayings Slides Trumpet
EDITORS COMMENTS
1. Title: "A Horn-Blower but Not a Hunter: An English Tradition of Favourite Sayings" 2.. This evocative black and white lantern slide, titled "A horn-blower but not a hunter," is a captivating snapshot of a bygone era, hailing from the late 1890s. The image, part of the extensive "Box 197 Sayings" collection in the Boswell Collection, is a creation of renowned British Particular Baptist preacher, C.H. Spurgeon (1834-1892). 3. The photograph features a man in the foreground, earnestly blowing a painted trumpet, his eyes focused intently on the instrument. The background of the scene is adorned with a quaint front door, steps, railing, and a street lamp, all bathed in the soft, ethereal glow of the lantern light. 4. The title of the slide, "A horn-blower but not a hunter," is a reference to the popular English saying, which signifies that not all those who blow the horn are hunters. This proverb, much like many others in the collection, carries a deeper meaning that transcends its literal interpretation. 5. The lantern slide, created by Spurgeon, is an exquisite example of the illustrations in his "John Ploughman's Pictures," a series of visual aids designed to help convey religious and moral lessons to his congregation. The collection, which includes a myriad of proverbs, quotes, and phrases, is a testament to the rich cultural heritage of the late 19th century. 6. The intricately painted details of the slide, from the man's attire to the ornate design of the trumpet, serve to transport us back in time, offering a glimpse into the past and the enduring power of traditional sayings and proverbs. 7. This image, with its timeless message and beautiful composition, continues to resonate with audiences today, serving as a reminder of the importance of wisdom, tradition, and the power of language to convey complex ideas in simple, yet profound ways.
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