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A Tour to Foreign Parts, 1778 (etching)
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A Tour to Foreign Parts, 1778 (etching)
XJF290989 A Tour to Foreign Parts, 1778 (etching) by Bunbury, Henry William (1750-1811); Private Collection; (add.info.: Humorous depiction of a young English boy visiting France for the first time with his tutor; the colloquial name for these tutors was Bear Leader ; ); English, out of copyright
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Boots Bottles Chicken Clogs Englishman Englishmen Grand Tour Ladder Tutor Whip
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A Tour to Foreign Parts, 1778
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captures a whimsical moment in the life of a young English boy venturing into France for the first time. In this etching by Henry William Bunbury, we see the boy accompanied by his tutor, known colloquially as a Bear Leader. The image is filled with delightful details that bring the scene to life. The young Englishman appears wide-eyed and eager to explore his new surroundings, while his tutor looks on with an air of wisdom and guidance. They navigate through a bustling French street, passing Le Grenouille Traiteur (The Inn of the Treacherous Frog), which adds an element of intrigue to their journey. Bunbury's satirical style shines through in this piece as he pokes fun at various aspects of European culture. Cats playfully chase each other amidst stacks of books and bottles, while a dog obediently follows its master's lead. The presence of boots, clogs, whips, and horses hints at the modes of transportation available during that era. This print not only showcases Bunbury's artistic talent but also serves as a commentary on education and travel in Georgian England. It reminds us that even in foreign lands, there is humor to be found and lessons to be learned.
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