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Gulliver Taking his Final Leave of the Land of the Houyhnhnms, c. 1769 (oil on canvas)
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Gulliver Taking his Final Leave of the Land of the Houyhnhnms, c. 1769 (oil on canvas)
XYC220947 Gulliver Taking his Final Leave of the Land of the Houyhnhnms, c.1769 (oil on canvas) by Gilpin, Sawrey (1733-1807); 104x139.75 cm; Yale Center for British Art, Paul Mellon Collection, USA; English, out of copyright
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In this print, titled "Gulliver Taking his Final Leave of the Land of the Houyhnhnms" we witness a poignant moment from Jonathan Swift's iconic novel, Gulliver's Travels. Painted by Sawrey Gilpin in 1769, this oil on canvas masterpiece measures an impressive 104x139.75 cm and is currently housed at the Yale Center for British Art. The scene unfolds on a serene beach as Gulliver bids farewell to the majestic creatures known as Houyhnhnms. These intelligent and noble horses have been his companions during his time in their land, where he has learned valuable lessons about reason and morality. As Gulliver stands near a small boat that awaits him offshore, there is a sense of both sadness and gratitude in his expression. The viewer can almost feel the weight of his departure from this extraordinary world filled with talking horses. The composition beautifully captures the vastness of the shoreline, stretching into infinity under a sky painted with soft hues. It serves as a reminder that even though Gulliver must leave behind these remarkable beings, their influence will forever shape him. Gilpin masterfully portrays emotion through subtle brushstrokes and delicate play of light and shadow. This print invites us to reflect on our own journeys - those moments when we must bid adieu to cherished characters or places that have left an indelible mark on our souls. "Gulliver Taking his Final Leave of the Land of the Houyhnhn
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