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The Way of Life, illustration from The Book of Old English Songs and Ballads, published by Hodder and Stoughton, c. 1910 (colour litho)



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The Way of Life, illustration from The Book of Old English Songs and Ballads, published by Hodder and Stoughton, c. 1910 (colour litho)

IL314819 The Way of Life, illustration from The Book of Old English Songs and Ballads, published by Hodder and Stoughton, c.1910 (colour litho) by Fortescue-Brickdale, Eleanor (1871-1945); Private Collection; (add.info.: Why so large cost, having so short a lease, William Shakespeare (1564-1616); )

Media ID 25213894

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Ballad Churchyard Graveyard Pompous Song Tombstone Tombstones Vain


17"x15" (43x38cm) Premium Frame

FSC real wood frame with double mounted 10x8 print. Double mounted with white conservation mountboard. Frame moulding comprises stained composite natural wood veneers (Finger Jointed Pine) 39mm wide by 21mm thick. Archival quality Fujifilm CA photo paper mounted onto 1mm card. Overall outside dimensions are 17x15 inches (431x381mm). Rear features Framing tape to cover staples, 50mm Hanger plate, cork bumpers. Glazed with durable thick 2mm Acrylic to provide a virtually unbreakable glass-like finish. Acrylic Glass is far safer, more flexible and much lighter than typical mineral glass. Moreover, its higher translucency makes it a perfect carrier for photo prints. Acrylic allows a little more light to penetrate the surface than conventional glass and absorbs UV rays so that the image and the picture quality doesn't suffer under direct sunlight even after many years. Easily cleaned with a damp cloth. Please note that, to prevent the paper falling through the mount window and to prevent cropping of the original artwork, the visible print may be slightly smaller to allow the paper to be securely attached to the mount without any white edging showing and to match the aspect ratio of the original artwork.

FSC Real Wood Frame and Double Mounted with White Conservation Mountboard - Professionally Made and Ready to Hang

Estimated Image Size (if not cropped) is 16.7cm x 24.4cm (6.6" x 9.6")

Estimated Product Size is 38.1cm x 43.1cm (15" x 17")

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.


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The Way of Life

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is a captivating illustration from "The Book of Old English Songs and Ballads" published by Hodder and Stoughton around 1910. Created by the talented artist Eleanor Fortescue-Brickdale, this color lithograph transports us to a graveyard scene filled with poetic symbolism. In the foreground, we see a vain man dressed in an elaborate Stuart costume, standing beside tombstones. His pompous demeanor suggests a pedantic nature as he fusses over his appearance. The contrast between his extravagant attire and the somber surroundings highlights the fleeting nature of life itself. The ballad depicted here speaks to William Shakespeare's famous quote: "Why so large cost, having so short a lease". It reminds viewers that despite our desires for grandeur and material possessions, life is transient. Fortescue-Brickdale's attention to detail shines through in her meticulous rendering of the churchyard setting. The tombstones stand as silent witnesses to human mortality while also serving as inspiration for poetry and song. This evocative print captures both the beauty and fragility of existence, inviting us to reflect on our own priorities in life. It serves as a poignant reminder that true fulfillment lies not in worldly possessions or vanity but rather in embracing each moment with humility and gratitude.

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