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Votaries of the Weed No 37 (colour litho)
8660528 Votaries of the Weed No 37 (colour litho) by Clarke, Joseph Clayton (Kyd) (1856-1937); Private Collection; (add.info.: Votaries of the Weed, No 37. The Knut, who was recently the Bounder-and aforetime Chappie, Masher, Fop, Dandy, Corinthian, and so backwards ad infinitum-is, like poverty, ever with us. He smokes because it is the fashion; just as he would rapturously eat tenpenny-nails, chew glass, or swallow lighted tow, if this same Fashion, with a capital F, demanded it. Illustration for one of a set of cigarette cards with the title Votaries of the Weed, issued by Gallaher in 1916.); © Look and Learn
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This colour lithograph, titled Votaries of the Weed No 37, by Joseph Clayton Clarke (Kyd), transports us back to the early 20th century England. The artwork humorously depicts a Knut, a fashionable young man of the time, indulging in smoking simply because it is deemed trendy. The artist satirically highlights how individuals like the Knut blindly follow fashion trends without questioning their absurdity.
The intricate details and vibrant colours in this print bring to life the essence of British culture during that era. The Knut's exaggerated attire and nonchalant demeanor perfectly capture the spirit of the time when societal norms dictated one's choices and behaviors.
As we gaze upon this piece, we are reminded of how fashion has always been a powerful force shaping human behavior and identity. The cigarette cards series from which this illustration originates sheds light on society's fascination with tobacco consumption at that time.
Through Clarke's artistic lens, we are invited to reflect on our own tendencies to conform to societal expectations and question whether our actions are driven by genuine desire or mere adherence to fleeting trends. This print serves as a whimsical yet thought-provoking commentary on human nature and cultural influences that continue to resonate with audiences today.
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