A printers portrait gallery, 1885

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A printers portrait gallery, 1885

Amusing portraits created from type faces, after an American magazine. The man who does not advertise is contrasted with the man who does advertise.
1885

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1885 Advertise Amusing Astonishment Emotion Expressions Faces Gallery Indifference Merriment Mood Sentiment Smiley

EDITORS COMMENTS
In the heart of the 1880s, when the Victorian era was at its zenith, a unique and amusing form of artistic expression emerged from the world of printing. This photograph, titled "A Printer's Portrait Gallery, 1885," showcases an assortment of whimsical portraits created from typefaces. The gallery presents a delightful contrast between two distinct emotional states: the man who does not advertise and the man who does. The man on the left, embodying the virtue of taciturnity, is depicted as a stoic figure with a serious expression, his features formed by the bold, unadorned letters of the sans-serif typeface. His unwavering indifference is palpable, as if he is above the need for external validation. His emotionless visage, devoid of any hint of a smile or frown, exudes a sense of calm and self-contained happiness. In stark contrast, the man on the right is the embodiment of the man who advertises. His portrait is a riot of emotions, with a wide-eyed, astonished expression, formed by the cursive, playful letters of the script typeface. His face is a canvas of sentiment, with a merry grin and a hint of sadness, as if he is experiencing the full gamut of human emotion. His happiness is not derived from within, but rather from the external validation of his advertisements. This photograph, with its merriment and amusing portrayal of contrasting emotions, is a testament to the creativity and ingenuity of the 1880s printing world. It invites us to ponder the human condition and the role of emotions in our lives, while reminding us of the simple pleasure of finding joy in the most unexpected places.

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