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Cynic Fortune, A Tale of a Man with a Conscience, by David Christie Murray (engraving)
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Cynic Fortune, A Tale of a Man with a Conscience, by David Christie Murray (engraving)
1623432 Cynic Fortune, A Tale of a Man with a Conscience, by David Christie Murray (engraving) by Woodville, Richard Caton II (1856-1927) (after); Private Collection; (add.info.: Cynic Fortune, A Tale of a Man with a Conscience, by David Christie Murray. Illustration for The Illustrated London News, Summer Number 1886.
R C Woodville); Look and Learn / Illustrated Papers Collection
Media ID 22321296
© Look and Learn / Illustrated Papers Collection / Bridgeman Images
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This engraving, titled "Cynic Fortune, A Tale of a Man with a Conscience" takes us back to the summer of 1886. Created by Richard Caton Woodville II after David Christie Murray's literary masterpiece, this print offers a glimpse into the intriguing story that unfolded within its pages. The scene depicted is filled with action and suspense. A man emerges from a foaming coach door, his face etched with determination and conflict. Dressed in a heavy winter coat, he cuts an imposing figure against the backdrop of an oak table laden with viands and tankards of ale. The atmosphere is tense as he struggles between his conscience and the allure of fortune. The attention to detail in this engraving is remarkable; every element has been carefully selected to enhance the narrative. From the seated figures engrossed in conversation to the liberal use of costume design, each aspect adds depth to this tale. As we gaze upon this print from Fine Art Finder's private collection, we are transported into Murray's world—a world where morality clashes with ambition and where one man must make difficult choices that will shape his destiny. "Cynic Fortune" serves as both an exquisite piece of artistry and a reminder that our actions have consequences beyond what meets the eye. It invites us to reflect on our own moral compasses while immersing ourselves in an enthralling story brought to life through Woodville's masterful engravings.
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