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Mr Worldly Wiseman, 1895
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Mr Worldly Wiseman, 1895
Mr Worldly Wiseman, 1895. A character from John Bunyans The Pilgrims Progress. A print from The Magazine of Art, Cassell and Company, Limited, London, Paris and Melbourne, 1895
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This print from 1895 depicts Mr Worldly Wiseman, a character from John Bunyan's renowned literary work, The Pilgrim's Progress. The image, originally featured in The Magazine of Art by Cassell and Company, Limited, showcases the remarkable talent of the unknown creator alongside the artistic vision of Charles Henry Bennett. Mr Worldly Wiseman is portrayed as a distinguished gentleman with an unmistakable air of wisdom and experience. His face exhibits both intelligence and shrewdness behind his spectacles or pince nez glasses. With his long hair flowing gracefully around him, he embodies the essence of a well-read man from seventeenth-century Britain. The portrait captures Mr Worldly Wiseman's corpulent figure and Victorian attire flawlessly. This representation not only reflects the fashion trends prevalent during the nineteenth century but also provides insight into English society at that time. As we gaze upon this print today, it serves as a testament to both literature and artistry intertwining seamlessly. It transports us back to an era when storytelling was cherished and celebrated through visual mediums like illustrations. With its rich historical context and attention to detail, this photograph invites us to delve deeper into John Bunyan's timeless tale while appreciating the skillful craftsmanship of Charles Henry Bennett. It stands as a testament to British culture and reminds us why such works continue to captivate audiences across centuries.
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