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Edgar Allan Poe: The Oblong Box (litho)
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Edgar Allan Poe: The Oblong Box (litho)
8631008 Edgar Allan Poe: The Oblong Box (litho) by Clarke, Harry (1889-1931); Private Collection; (add.info.: The Oblong Box. Upon the bed there lay a nearly liquid mass of loathsome, of detestable putridity. Illustration for Tales of Mystery and Imagination by Edgar Allan Poe (Tudor Publishing, 1933). Originally published 1919. Digitally cleaned image.); © Look and Learn
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This haunting lithograph captures the essence of Edgar Allan Poe's macabre tale, "The Oblong Box." Illustrated by Harry Clarke, this print brings to life the chilling scene described in Poe's story. The image shows a bed upon which lies a nearly liquid mass of loathsome and detestable putridity, evoking a sense of horror and revulsion.
Clarke's intricate detailing and use of black and white create a stark contrast that adds to the eerie atmosphere of the illustration. The artist masterfully conveys the dark themes present in Poe's work, capturing the essence of mystery and imagination that permeates his writing.
Originally published in 1919 as part of Tales of Mystery and Imagination by Edgar Allan Poe, this digitally cleaned image allows viewers to appreciate Clarke's skillful interpretation of the story. The composition draws viewers into a world filled with suspense and dread, inviting them to explore the depths of human emotion through Poe's vivid storytelling.
As one gazes upon this print, they are transported into Poe's twisted narrative, where reality blurs with nightmare. It serves as a reminder of the enduring power of literature to evoke strong emotions and provoke thought long after its creation.
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