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Mr. Hobbs, said Cedric, an Earl is sitting on this box now
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Mr. Hobbs, said Cedric, an Earl is sitting on this box now
985724 Mr. Hobbs, said Cedric, an Earl is sitting on this box now!, illustration for Little Lord Fauntleroy by Frances Hodgson Burnett, 1886 (black, grey, tan and white washes) by Birch, Reginald Bathurst (1856-1943); 36.5x37.8 cm; Private Collection; Photo eChristies Images; English, out of copyright
Media ID 23676032
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1880s 1886 Age Difference Barrel Birch Business Commercial Premises Container Crate Earl English Art English Artist Famous Person Frances Hodgson Burnett Gray Wash Grey Wash Historical Figure Historical Personality Mature Mature Adult Mature Man Mature Men Maturity Middle Aged Olden Time Sack Shopkeeper Storage Store Talking Titled Person Trader Tradesperson Using Voice Waistcoat Wash White Color Artist British Black Wash British Artist Cedric Merchant Occupation Societies Tradesman Tradesmen
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In this black and white illustration, we are transported back to the 1880s, a time of elegance and refinement. The artwork, titled "Mr. Hobbs, said Cedric, an Earl is sitting on this box now" beautifully captures a scene from Frances Hodgson Burnett's beloved novel Little Lord Fauntleroy. The focal point of the image is Mr. Hobbs himself, a mature man dressed in impeccable attire befitting his trade as a shopkeeper. He sits comfortably atop a wooden barrel-like box while engaging in conversation with young Cedric, who excitedly points out that an Earl currently occupies the very same seat. Reginald Bathurst Birch's masterful use of washes creates depth and texture within the drawing. Shades of black, grey, tan, and white bring life to every detail - from the intricate clothing worn by both characters to the surrounding commercial premises. This artwork not only showcases Birch's artistic prowess but also offers us a glimpse into English society during this period. The contrast between Mr. Hobbs' middle-aged maturity and Cedric's youthful exuberance highlights their age difference while emphasizing their shared moment inside the shop. As we admire this historic piece captured through eChristies Images' lens for private collection purposes only (out of copyright), we can't help but feel drawn into its narrative powerfully conveyed by Bridgeman Images. It serves as a timeless reminder of art's ability to transport us across time and space into worlds filled with rich stories waiting to be discovered anew.
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