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Favourite Sayings - He looks one way and pulls the other
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Favourite Sayings - He looks one way and pulls the other
Black and white lantern slide of a man leaning over the prow of a ship calling to another man in a rowing boat which is about to collide with the ship. Painted scenery of waves surround them.. Part of Box 197 Sayings, Boswell Collection. He looks one and pulls the other. Lantern slide creations of C. H. Spurgeons (a British Particular Baptist preacher, 1834-1892) illustrated John Ploughmans Pictures. Date: circa 1890s
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© The Boswell Collection, Bexley Heritage Trust / Mary Evans
1834 1892 Baptist Calling Collide Creations Favourite Leaning Particular Phrases Pictures Preacher Proverb Proverbs Prow Pulls Quote Quotes Rowing Sayings Slides Surround Waves
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He looks one way and pulls the other
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is a beloved proverbial saying from the late 19th century, beautifully captured in this black and white lantern slide from the Boswell Collection. The image, created by the renowned British Particular Baptist preacher C.H. Spurgeon (1834-1892), depicts a man leaning over the prow of a ship, calling out to another man in a rowing boat that is about to collide with the ship. The painted scenery surrounding them is filled with towering waves, adding to the sense of impending chaos. The phrase "He looks one way and pulls the other" is a traditional proverb, often used to describe a situation where someone's actions contradict their words or intentions. Spurgeon's illustration of this saying is a powerful visual representation of the deception and confusion that can arise when people are not truthful or consistent in their actions. This lantern slide is part of Spurgeon's "John Ploughman's Pictures," a collection of illustrations designed to accompany his sermons and teach moral lessons. The use of lantern slides was a popular method for presenting visual aids in the late 1800s, and Spurgeon's illustrations were widely used in churches and schools throughout Britain. The intricately painted details of the waves and the expressions of the men in the scene add to the drama and impact of the image. The contrast between the stability of the ship and the precarious position of the rowing boat highlights the importance of being mindful of one's actions and the potential consequences they may have. This lantern slide is a fascinating glimpse into the past, offering a unique perspective on the popular sayings and proverbs of the late 1800s. It serves as a reminder of the enduring power of storytelling and the importance of being true to our words and actions.
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