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Dr. Johnsons Pew in St. Clements, (1881). Creator: Unknown
Dr. Johnsons Pew in St. Clements, (1881). The seat used by Dr Samuel Johnson in the church of St Clement Danes in the City of London. A brass plate attached to the back of the pew read: In this pew and beside this pillar, for many years attended divine service the celebrated Dr. Samuel Johnson, the philosopher, the poet, the great lexicographer, the profound moralist, and chief writer of his time. Born 1709, died 1784. In the remembrance and honour of noble faculties, nobly employed, some inhabitants of the parish of St. Clement Danes have placed this slight memorial, A.D. 1851. From Old and New London: A Narrative of Its History, Its People, and Its Places. Westminster and the Western Suburbs, by Edward Walford, Vol. III. [Cassell, Petter, Galpin & Co. London, Paris & New York, 1881]
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Dr. Johnson's Pew in St. Clements, (1881) - A Testament to a Literary Giant
EDITORS COMMENTS
. This print captures the essence of history within the walls of St. Clement Danes Church in the City of London. The focal point is none other than Dr. Samuel Johnson's pew, a seat that witnessed the presence of one of England's most celebrated figures. The image showcases an intricately designed wooden pew with a brass plate attached to its back, bearing testament to Dr. Johnson's remarkable contributions to society as a philosopher, poet, lexicographer, and moralist during his time from 1709 to 1784. As we delve into this snapshot frozen in time by an unknown creator, we are transported back to 1851 when parishioners decided to honor Dr. Johnson's noble faculties with this humble memorial. The composition reveals not only the physicality of the pew but also hints at the spiritual significance it held for both Dr. Johnson and those who followed him through its doors over many years. Through this photograph, we catch a glimpse into an era where religion played a central role in people's lives and where great minds sought solace within these hallowed walls. This print serves as a poignant reminder that even centuries later, Dr. Samuel Johnson continues to inspire us with his intellectual prowess and unwavering dedication towards enriching our understanding of language and morality.
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