Metal Print : GRANDVILLE: BOOKWORM. The Bookworm: He no sooner makes his cocoon then buries himself in a book. Wood engraving, after a drawing by Grandville (1803-1847), French caricaturist
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GRANDVILLE: BOOKWORM. The Bookworm: He no sooner makes his cocoon then buries himself in a book. Wood engraving, after a drawing by Grandville (1803-1847), French caricaturist
Granger holds millions of images spanning more than 25,000 years of world history, from before the Stone Age to the dawn of the Space Age
Media ID 7527198
Cocoon Gerard Grandville Ignace Isidore Jean Parody Reading
15"x10" (38x25cm) Metal Print
Step into the whimsical world of Grandville with our Metal Prints featuring his iconic image, 'The Bookworm.' This captivating wood engraving, inspired by the French caricaturist's original drawing from 1847, showcases the bookworm in its full glory. With a newfound appreciation for solitude and literature, the bookworm transforms into his cozy cocoon, only to immerse himself deeper into the pages of a book. Bring this charming piece of art into your home and let it inspire a lifelong love for reading. The high-quality Metal Print, from The Granger Collection through Granger Art on Demand, adds a contemporary twist to this classic illustration, making it a unique and thoughtful addition to any space.
Your image is printed photographically and bonded to a 3.5mm thick, Dibond board (black polyethylene sandwiched between two sheets of white coated aluminium). The panel is then sealed with a gloss protective covering. Supplied complete with a wall mount which holds the print 10mm from the wall.
Made with durable metal and luxurious printing techniques, metal prints bring images to life and add a modern touch to any space
Estimated Product Size is 25.4cm x 38.1cm (10" x 15")
These are individually made so all sizes are approximate
Artwork printed orientated as per the preview above, with landscape (horizontal) or portrait (vertical) orientation to match the source image.
EDITORS COMMENTS
The captivating wood engraving, "GRANDVILLE: BOOKWORM" transports us to a whimsical world where the love for literature takes on a whole new meaning. Created by Gerard Isidore Grandville, a renowned French caricaturist of the 19th century, this illustration showcases his exceptional talent and imagination. In this enchanting scene, we witness the metamorphosis of a bookworm. As he delicately spins his cocoon, one can almost feel the anticipation building within him. But what sets this bookworm apart is his insatiable thirst for knowledge. No sooner does he complete his transformation than he buries himself deep within the pages of a book. Grandville's attention to detail is evident in every stroke of this wood engraving. The intricate patterns on the cocoon mirror the complexity and depth that lies within each literary masterpiece waiting to be explored. The expression on our protagonist's face reveals pure bliss as he immerses himself in an alternate reality crafted by words. This artwork serves as both a celebration and parody of our unyielding fascination with books. It reminds us that through reading, we have the power to transform ourselves into anyone or anything we desire – just like our little bookworm who sheds his old self and embraces endless possibilities between those pages. Displayed proudly by The Granger Collection, this print invites us to appreciate not only Grandville's artistic genius but also ignites our own passion for literature. Let it serve as a reminder that there is no
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