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The Lilliputian tailors measure Gulliver for a new suit of clothes from Part I
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The Lilliputian tailors measure Gulliver for a new suit of clothes from Part I
3514739 The Lilliputian tailors measure Gulliver for a new suit of clothes from Part I: A Voyage to Lilliput in Gullivers Travels by Jonathan Swift by Rackham, Arthur (1867-1939); Private Collection; (add.info.: The Lilliputian tailors measure Gulliver for a new suit of clothes from Part I: A Voyage to Lilliput in Gullivers Travels by Jonathan Swift (1667-1745), illustration by Arthur Rackham (1867-1939).); Photo eAF Fotografie; English, out of copyright
Media ID 23619212
© AF Fotografie / Bridgeman Images
1909 Cocked Gulliver Gullivers Jonathan Knees Ladder Lilliput Lilliputian Menippean Parody Suit Swift Tailor Tailors Tiny Travels Plumb
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In this print, we are transported into the fantastical world of Jonathan Swift's "Gulliver's Travels". The scene depicts a pivotal moment from Part I: A Voyage to Lilliput, where Gulliver finds himself at the mercy of the tiny Lilliputian tailors. Arthur Rackham's exquisite illustration brings this whimsical encounter to life. We see Gulliver standing tall amidst a bustling crowd of miniature men, their measuring tapes and sewing needles in hand. With great precision and determination, they meticulously measure every inch of Gulliver's towering frame for his new suit of clothes. The contrast between Gulliver's immense size and the minuscule tailors creates a sense of both awe and amusement. As we observe these diminutive figures climbing ladders and perching on Gulliver's knees with their hats cocked jauntily to one side, it becomes clear that Swift intended this scene as a satirical commentary on politics and power dynamics. Rackham masterfully captures the essence of Swift's parody through intricate details such as the tailor holding a plumb line against Gulliver’s leg while another balances precariously on his shoulder. This visual representation not only showcases Rackham’s artistic prowess but also highlights his ability to bring literary works to life. This enchanting print serves as an invitation for viewers to delve into the extraordinary world created by Jonathan Swift, reminding us that even in our own reality, imagination has no bounds.
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