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Trotty's Dream. "Had Trotty dreamed? Or are his joys and sorrows, and the actors in them, but a dream; himself a dream; the teller of this tale a dreamer, waking but now
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Trotty's Dream. "Had Trotty dreamed? Or are his joys and sorrows, and the actors in them, but a dream; himself a dream; the teller of this tale a dreamer, waking but now
1000764 Trotty's Dream. "Had Trotty dreamed? Or are his joys and sorrows, and the actors in them, but a dream; himself a dream; the teller of this tale a dreamer, waking but now?" Illustration by Harry Furniss for the short story The Chimes from The Christmas Books by Charles Dickens, published in The Testimonial Edition of 1910. by Furniss, Harry (1854-1925); Private Collection
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In this print titled "Trotty's Dream" we are transported into the imaginative world of Charles Dickens' iconic story, The Chimes. Illustrated by Harry Furniss for the Testimonial Edition of 1910, this image beautifully captures the essence of Trotty's dreamlike journey. The central question posed in this illustration is whether Trotty has truly dreamed or if his joys and sorrows, along with the characters that inhabit them, exist only within a dream. As we gaze upon this scene, we find ourselves questioning reality alongside Trotty himself. Furniss skillfully brings to life Dickens' vivid storytelling through his intricate sketching technique. Each character is meticulously depicted, their expressions conveying a range of emotions from hope to despair. We can almost feel the weight of their struggles as they navigate through a social landscape filled with both beauty and hardship. As our eyes wander across this classical Victorian scene, we are reminded of Dickens' unparalleled ability to capture the essence of English society during his time. This print serves as a testament to both Dickens' literary genius and Furniss' artistic talent. Whether you are an avid reader of classic literature or simply appreciate fine art, "Trotty's Dream" offers a glimpse into a world where dreams intertwine with reality—a world that continues to captivate audiences even centuries later.
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