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House of the Cock Lane Ghost, 1759 (litho)
5999376 House of the Cock Lane Ghost, 1759 (litho) by Railton, Herbert (1857-1910) (after); Private Collection; (add.info.: House of the Cock Lane Ghost, 1759. Illustration for The Life of Samuel Johnson by James Boswell (Phoenix Book Company, c 1900).); © Look and Learn
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1759 Dr Johnson Fraud Hoax James Boswell Samuel Johnson
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This lithograph, titled "House of the Cock Lane Ghost, 1759" takes us back to a fascinating chapter in history. Created by Herbert Railton in the late 19th century, this print captures a pivotal moment from James Boswell's renowned biography, "The Life of Samuel Johnson". Intriguingly eerie and steeped in controversy, the House of the Cock Lane Ghost became synonymous with fraud and hoax during its time. The illustration depicts an atmospheric scene within the haunted house where Dr. Samuel Johnson and his friend James Boswell investigate paranormal occurrences. As we delve into this image, we are transported to London in 1759 when rumors spread about a ghost haunting a residence on Cock Lane. This supernatural tale gripped society's imagination as mediums claimed to communicate with the spirit of Fanny Lynes who had died under mysterious circumstances. Railton skillfully brings this historical event to life through intricate details and dramatic lighting. We can almost feel our own hairs stand on end as we witness these two intellectual giants confronting inexplicable phenomena. Despite skepticism surrounding the authenticity of these events, they remain forever etched in history as one of literature's most intriguing controversies. Through this lithograph, we are reminded that even great minds like Johnson and Boswell were not immune to fascination with otherworldly mysteries. This print serves as both a visual delight for art enthusiasts and a reminder that human curiosity knows no bounds when it comes to exploring unexplained phenomena from our past.
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