Mounted Print : ROBINSON CRUSOE. Engraved frontispiece to the 1744 Dublin edition of the novel by Daniel Defoe
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ROBINSON CRUSOE. Engraved frontispiece to the 1744 Dublin edition of the novel by Daniel Defoe
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Media ID 7544107
1744 Beach Crusoe Daniel Defoe Dublin Frontis Piece Irish Musket Rifle Robinson Ship Stranded Traveler Cast Away
10"x8" Mount with 8"x6" Print
Bring the timeless adventure of Robinson Crusoe to your home with our exquisite Mounted Photos from Media Storehouse. Featuring an engraved frontispiece taken from the 1744 Dublin edition of the novel by Daniel Defoe, this captivating image from The Granger Collection is a testament to the enduring appeal of this classic story. Each Mounted Photo is meticulously printed on premium photo paper and mounted on high-quality foam core board, ensuring a stunning and durable presentation. Add this unique and intriguing piece to your collection and let the adventure begin!
Printed on 8"x6" paper and suitable for use in a 10"x8" frame (frame not included). Prints are mounted with card both front and back. Featuring a custom cut aperture to match chosen image. Professional 234gsm Fujifilm Crystal Archive DP II paper.
Photo prints supplied in custom cut card mount ready for framing
Estimated Image Size (if not cropped) is 12.9cm x 20.3cm (5.1" x 8")
Estimated Product Size is 20.3cm x 25.4cm (8" x 10")
These are individually made so all sizes are approximate
Artwork printed orientated as per the preview above, with portrait (vertical) orientation to match the source image.
EDITORS COMMENTS
This engraving serves as the frontispiece to the 1744 Dublin edition of Daniel Defoe's timeless novel, "Robinson Crusoe". The intricate illustration transports us to a desolate beach where we witness the remarkable journey of this iconic English traveler. In the center of the image stands Robinson Crusoe himself, a lone figure clad in tattered clothing and armed with a musket rifle. His weathered face bears both determination and resignation, embodying his resilience after being cast away on an uninhabited island for years. Behind him lies a shipwrecked vessel, symbolizing his fateful transportation to this remote location. The artist skillfully captures the essence of Crusoe's isolation by depicting an expansive shoreline stretching into the distance. The crashing waves serve as a constant reminder of his separation from civilization. As we delve deeper into this engraving, we notice two other men in conversation near the shore. They likely represent fellow travelers or potential rescuers who stumble upon Crusoe during his solitary existence. This evocative frontispiece not only sets the tone for Defoe's gripping narrative but also encapsulates themes of survival, adventure, and self-discovery that have resonated with readers for centuries. It is through such visual representations that we can appreciate how literature transcends time and place to captivate our imaginations across generations.
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