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A Hurried Courtship by John Hassall
A Hurried Courtship - Perfect Strangers Meet He: Ain t that a swagger marriage? She: Don t I wish it were moine! He: Don t I wish it were moine! She: Don t I jes wish it were both ours. Two people watching a wedding get swept up in the romance of it all. An early, possibly the earliest, example of a published humorous drawing by the artist John Hassall (1868-1948), in The Sketch, 17 January 1894. Hassall had just completed three years of art training and although he would exhibit two oil paintings at the Royal Academy in 1894, he began to contribute pictures to illustrate magazines in order to secure a regular income. The Sketch was the first magazine to publish his work. Two years later, Hassall would begin designing posters, and was so successful would eventually be hailed as The Poster King. He continued to contribute drawings and front cover designs to a wide range of news stand titles. Date: 1894
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by John Hassall: A Chance Encounter at a Wedding, Fueled by Romantic Wishes (1894) In this illustration by John Hassall, titled "A Hurried Courtship," two strangers find themselves swept up in the romantic atmosphere of a wedding ceremony. The image, published in The Sketch on January 17, 1894, represents an early example of Hassall's humorous work. At the time, Hassall had recently completed three years of art training and was seeking a steady income. The Sketch was the first magazine to feature his illustrations. The couple in the drawing, engrossed in each other's company, appear to be watching the wedding ceremony from the comfort of a carriage. The man, with a swaggering air, exclaims, "He: Don't I wish it were mine!" The woman, with a longing expression, responds, "She: Don't I wish it were ours!" Their innocent and heartfelt wishes for love and companionship are evident in their expressions and body language. Hassall's drawing, with its charming depiction of a romantic encounter, showcases the artist's ability to capture the essence of human emotions and relationships. This illustration is an early testament to Hassall's talent, which would later earn him the title of "The Poster King" for his iconic poster designs. Created in 1894, "A Hurried Courtship" is a delightful snapshot of street life and romance, demonstrating the power of a chance encounter to ignite the sparks of love. This amusing and intriguing illustration continues to captivate audiences with its timeless appeal.
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