Antique Framed Print : Dr Johnson / Mitre / Boswell
Framed Photos from Mary Evans Picture Library
Dr Johnson / Mitre / Boswell
DR SAMUEL JOHNSON With Boswell at the Mitre Tavern
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Media ID 583452
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1709 1784 Boswell Dictionary Johnson Mitre News Paper Samuel Tavern
14"x12" (36x31cm) Antique Frame
Bevelled wood effect frame, card mounted, 10x8 archival quality photo print. Overall outside dimensions 14x12 inches (36x31cm). Environmentally and ozone friendly, the 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 24.4cm x 20.5cm (9.6" x 8.1")
Estimated Product Size is 36.3cm x 31.2cm (14.3" x 12.3")
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.
EDITORS COMMENTS
Dr. Samuel Johnson, the renowned English literary figure, is depicted in this evocative 1784 print from the Mary Evans Picture Library. The image captures a moment of relaxation and reflection as Johnson sits at a table in the cozy Mitre Tavern, surrounded by the warm glow of a fire and the rustic charm of the tavern's interior. Johnson, dressed in the fashionable attire of the day, is deeply engrossed in a newspaper, his brow furrowed in concentration as he absorbs the latest news. His loyal biographer, James Boswell, sits beside him, a quill pen in hand and a dog at his feet. Boswell, known for his meticulous record-keeping, no doubt took note of the events and conversations that transpired during this quiet evening at the tavern. The Mitre Tavern, located in London's Fleet Street, was a popular gathering place for intellectuals and literary figures of the time. Johnson, who had recently completed his groundbreaking work on the English language with the publication of his Dictionary in 1755, would have been a frequent visitor. This print offers a glimpse into the historical scene of Johnson's London, a time when ideas and conversation flowed freely over a pint of ale or a cup of tea. The image invites us to imagine the lively debates and intellectual exchanges that may have taken place between Johnson and Boswell, as well as the many other notable figures who frequented the Mitre Tavern. With its rich detail and evocative atmosphere, this print is a valuable addition to any collection of historical images, offering a window into the past and a reminder of the enduring legacy of Dr. Samuel Johnson and his contributions to the English language and literary history.
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