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The End of a Great Speculator (engraving)
2803340 The End of a Great Speculator (engraving) by Lumley, Arthur (1837-1912); Private Collection; (add.info.: The End of a Great Speculator. Illustration for Ten Years In Wall Street by William Worthington Fowler (Worthington, Dustin, 1870). Illustrated by Arthur Lumley.); © Look and Learn
Media ID 22994788
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21"x16" (54x41cm) Antique Frame
Bevelled wood effect frame, card mounted, 15x10 archival quality photo print. Overall outside dimensions 21x16 inches (54x41cm). Environmentally and ozone friendly, Polycore® moulding has the look of real wood, is durable and light and easy to hang. Biodegradable and made with non-chlorinated gases (no toxic fumes) it is efficient; producing 100 tons of polystyrene can save 300 tons of trees! Prints are glazed with lightweight, shatterproof, optical clarity acrylic (providing the same general protection from the environment as glass). The back is stapled hardboard with a sawtooth hanger attached. Note: To minimise original artwork cropping, for optimum layout, and to ensure print is secure, the visible print may be marginally smaller
Bevelled Wood Effect Framed and Mounted Prints - Professionally Made and Ready to Hang
Estimated Image Size (if not cropped) is 37.1cm x 22cm (14.6" x 8.7")
Estimated Product Size is 54cm x 41.4cm (21.3" x 16.3")
These are individually made so all sizes are approximate
Artwork printed orientated as per the preview above, with landscape (horizontal) orientation to match the source image.
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The End of a Great Speculator
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is a captivating engraving by Arthur Lumley that depicts the tragic downfall of a prominent figure in the world of finance. This powerful image, part of a private collection, was originally created as an illustration for William Worthington Fowler's book "Ten Years In Wall Street". The engraving portrays the somber aftermath of a financial speculation gone wrong. The central figure, once hailed as a great speculator, now finds himself at his lowest point. The weight of his failed investments and shattered dreams becomes too much to bear, leading him to contemplate the unthinkable. Lumley's masterful use of light and shadow adds depth and emotion to this poignant scene. As we gaze upon this print, we are reminded of the immense pressures faced by those involved in high-stakes finance on Wall Street. This artwork serves as both a cautionary tale and an exploration into the darker side of wealth and ambition. It invites us to reflect on our own relationship with money and success while highlighting the fragility inherent in such pursuits. "The End of a Great Speculator" stands as a testament to Lumley's artistic skill and ability to capture complex human emotions through his engravings. It serves as an enduring reminder that even those who seem invincible can be brought down by their own hubris or external circumstances beyond their control.
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