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Major Bagstock, from Dombey & Son, by Charles Dickens, 1923 (colour litho)
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Major Bagstock, from Dombey & Son, by Charles Dickens, 1923 (colour litho)
KDC465738 Major Bagstock, from Dombey & Son, by Charles Dickens, 1923 (colour litho) by Clarke, Joseph Clayton (Kyd) (1856-1937); Private Collection; (add.info.: Major Joseph Bagstock. neighbour of Miss Tox and friend of Paul Dombey who introduces Paul to Edith Granger and Mrs Skewton; describes himself as " tough, Sir, tough, and de-vilish sly!" ;
illustration from the series of Character Sketches from Charles Dickens, produced as cigarette cards by John Player & Sons; ); British, out of copyright
Media ID 23162452
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Cigarette Card Devilish Dombey Hand On Hip Major Portly Rotund Stick Top Hat Tough Vintage Card Characters Charles Dickens
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This vibrant and captivating print showcases Major Bagstock, a memorable character from Charles Dickens' novel "Dombey & Son". Created in 1923 by Joseph Clayton Clarke (Kyd), this colour lithograph captures the essence of Major Bagstock's larger-than-life personality. With his hand confidently placed on his hip and a mischievous glint in his eye, Major Bagstock exudes an air of toughness and slyness. His rotund figure, adorned in a top hat and holding a cane, adds to the charm of this vintage card. The illustration is part of the series "Character Sketches from Charles Dickens" produced as cigarette cards by John Player & Sons. Major Joseph Bagstock is known for being both tough and devilishly cunning. As a neighbor of Miss Tox and friend to Paul Dombey, he plays an instrumental role in introducing Paul to Edith Granger and Mrs Skewton. Describing himself as "tough, Sir, tough". Major Bagstock leaves an indelible mark on readers with his unique personality. This print not only pays homage to one of Dickens' most beloved characters but also serves as a reminder of the enduring power of literature. With its rich colors and attention to detail, it transports viewers back into the world created by Charles Dickens over a century ago.
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