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Rawleys Dream; or, The Man who smoked in a Dockyard (engraving)
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Rawleys Dream; or, The Man who smoked in a Dockyard (engraving)
1062786 Rawleys Dream; or, The Man who smoked in a Dockyard (engraving) by Barnes, Robert (1840-95); Private Collection; (add.info.: Rawleys Dream; or, The Man who smoked in a Dockyard. Illustration for The Graphic, 29 July 1893.); Look and Learn / Illustrated Papers Collection
Media ID 22646708
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Rawley's Dream - A Humorous Encounter in the Dockyard
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. In this intriguing engraving titled "Rawley's Dream; or, The Man who smoked in a Dockyard" artist Robert Barnes takes us on a whimsical journey through the bustling docks of yesteryears. Set against a backdrop of stagnant water and barnacle-covered ships, we witness an unexpected clash between two unlikely adversaries. The scene unfolds as our protagonist, known only as "The Man" guiltily indulges in his beloved cigar amidst disapproving shipmates. Unbeknownst to him, his audacious act has insulted the dockyard's strict no-smoking policy. As he puffs away with an air of nonchalance, tensions rise among his fellow sailors. A hideous straw-stuffed figure resembling Guy Fawkes emerges from the depths of Rawley's dreamy imagination. With fiery eyes and a menacing grin, this grotesque character symbolizes the collective resentment harbored by those who despise smoking within these hallowed grounds. As chaos ensues and fists fly, our bewildered hero seeks refuge atop a caisson while police officers attempt to restore order. The battle rages on between those fighting against smoking addiction and those defending their right to enjoy tobacco freely. Barnes masterfully captures this comical confrontation within the arcades of the dockyard—a vibrant portrayal that combines humor with social commentary. Through intricate details such as tobacco packets strewn across the ground and shipmates locked in fierce combat, he invites viewers into Rawley's dreamlike world where reality intertwines with fantasy. This print serves as both entertainment and reflection upon societal norms—reminding us that even seemingly trivial habits can ignite passionate conflicts within our shared spaces.
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