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Canvas Print : Mr C-m-l the jolly presenter of the Canongate Kirk in Edinburgh, c. 1781 (engraving)
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Mr C-m-l the jolly presenter of the Canongate Kirk in Edinburgh, c. 1781 (engraving)
XJF2906487 Mr C-m-l the jolly presenter of the Canongate Kirk in Edinburgh, c.1781 (engraving) by English School, (18th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Precentor John Campbell, possibly by James Gillray, maybe John Kay
); English, out of copyright
Media ID 12812001
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Edinburgh Enlightenment Etching Hanoverian Music Teacher Scottish Enlightenment Social Life
21"x14" (53x35cm) Canvas Print
Bring the historic charm of the past into your home with our Canvas Prints from Media Storehouse. This captivating engraving, titled "Mr C-m-l the jolly presenter of the Canongate Kirk in Edinburgh, c.1781" by the English School, showcases the jovial figure of Precentor John Campbell presenting at the Canongate Kirk in Edinburgh. This beautifully detailed and intriguing image, sourced from Bridgeman Images through Fine Art Finder, adds a touch of timeless elegance and storytelling to any room. Order your Canvas Print today and start your art collection with a piece of history.
Ready to hang Premium Gloss Canvas Print. Our archival quality canvas prints are made from Polyester and Cotton mix and stretched over a 1.25" (32mm) kiln dried knot free wood stretcher bar. Packaged in a plastic bag and secured to a cardboard insert for transit.
Canvas Prints add colour, depth and texture to any space. Professionally Stretched Canvas over a hidden Wooden Box Frame and Ready to Hang
Estimated Product Size is 35.6cm x 53.3cm (14" x 21")
These are individually made so all sizes are approximate
Artwork printed orientated as per the preview above, with portrait (vertical) orientation to match the source image.
EDITORS COMMENTS
This engraving, titled "Mr C-m-l the jolly presenter of the Canongate Kirk in Edinburgh, c. 1781" offers a fascinating glimpse into 18th-century Scottish society and religious life. The image portrays Precentor John Campbell, a renowned music teacher and man of great influence within the Canongate Kirk community. With its intricate details and masterful execution, this engraving showcases the skill of the English School artist who created it. Although there is some debate about whether it was possibly done by James Gillray or John Kay, one cannot deny that it captures Mr C-m-l's jovial personality with remarkable accuracy. The portrait depicts a bearded gentleman exuding confidence and warmth as he stands against an ornate backdrop reminiscent of Georgian architecture. His expressive face reveals his passion for music and devotion to his role as precenter at Canongate Kirk. As we delve deeper into this artwork, we are transported back to a time when religion played a central role in people's lives. The engraving not only highlights Mr C-m-l's importance within the church but also sheds light on Scotland's rich cultural heritage during the Enlightenment period. This print serves as both an artistic masterpiece and historical document, offering us insight into social life in 18th-century Edinburgh. It reminds us of the power that art possesses to preserve moments from our past while allowing us to appreciate their beauty centuries later.
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