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Old Parr When Young, 1820 (pencil on laid paper)
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Old Parr When Young, 1820 (pencil on laid paper)
5854528 Old Parr When Young, 1820 (pencil on laid paper) by Blake, William (1757-1827); 28.4x16.5 cm; Huntington Library, Art Museum, and Botanical Gardens, San Marino, CA, USA; (add.info.: Inscribed near upper edge on recto of cover leaf in pencil: Old Parr / when young Inscribed in lower right corner on recto of cover leaf in pencil: Saturday / Mr Pepper Called / Vincent- / Mr Sneyd- Inscribed in lower left on recto of leaf bearing the drawing in pencil by Varley: old Parr / when young / Viz 40 Inscribed in lower right on recto of leaf bearing the drawing in pencil by Varley: Aug 1820- / W. Blake, fect.
Blake began, in 1819, to draw the portraits of characters both historical and imaginary he would conjure up before his minds eye. This is one of the few so-called " Visionary Heads" that shows the whole body of the person. Thomas Par was a famous example of longevity who died in 1635 at the supposed age of 152. Blake portrays him with heroic musculature symbolizing spiritual vitality.); eHuntington Art Collections; eHuntington Library, Art Museum, and Botanical Gardens; English, out of copyright
Media ID 22564468
© Huntington Art Collections Huntington Library, Art Museum, and Botanical Gardens / Bridgeman Images
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The captivating print titled "Old Parr When Young, 1820" showcases a pencil drawing on laid paper by the renowned artist William Blake. Measuring 28.4x16.5 cm, this masterpiece is housed in the prestigious Huntington Library, Art Museum, and Botanical Gardens in San Marino, CA. Blake embarked on a series of portraits in 1819 that depicted both real and imaginary characters he envisioned within his mind's eye. This particular artwork stands out as one of his rare "Visionary Heads" as it portrays the entire body of its subject. The figure depicted here is Thomas Par, famously known for his extraordinary longevity and alleged age of 152 when he passed away in 1635. In this stunning portrayal, Blake skillfully captures Old Parr's youthful vigor through heroic musculature that symbolizes spiritual vitality. The attention to detail is evident not only in the meticulous pencil strokes but also in the inscriptions found throughout the piece. The inclusion of various names such as Mr Pepper Called Vincent and Mr Sneyd adds an intriguing layer to this artwork's narrative. Furthermore, inscriptions by Varley provide additional context regarding Old Parr's age at around forty during this period. This remarkable print from Fine Art Finder allows viewers to appreciate Blake's artistic genius while marveling at his ability to bring historical figures to life with such depth and emotion.
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