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Mrs Jennings assured him directly that she should not stand upon ceremony
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Mrs Jennings assured him directly that she should not stand upon ceremony
2962870 Mrs Jennings assured him directly that she should not stand upon ceremony, 1896 (engraving) by Thomson, Hugh (1860-1920); Private Collection; (add.info.: From Chapter 33 of Sense and Sensibility by Jane Austen (1775-1817) first published 1818. This edition published in 1921 by Macmillan and Co. using Thomsons plates from 1896.
Elinor is embarrassed by her brother John when he visits Berkeley Street where he is attentively civil to Mrs Jennings beacuse of her wealth: Mrs. Jennings, however, assured him directly, that she should not stand upon ceremony, for they were all cousins, or something like it ); British, out of copyright
Media ID 22797378
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Austen Civil Dashwood Fortune Regency Rich Sisters Snob Snobbery Visiting Civility Good Fortune Jennings
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In this engraving by Hugh Thomson, we are transported to the world of Jane Austen's Sense and Sensibility. The scene depicts a moment of social awkwardness as Elinor Dashwood finds herself in an uncomfortable situation during her brother John's visit to Berkeley Street. Elinor, known for her reserved nature, is taken aback when her brother displays excessive civility towards Mrs. Jennings due to her wealth. Feeling embarrassed by his behavior, she anxiously observes the interaction between them. However, Mrs. Jennings quickly puts Elinor at ease with her reassuring words captured in the title: "Mrs Jennings assured him directly that she should not stand upon ceremony". These simple yet powerful words convey Mrs. Jennings' understanding and willingness to overlook formalities because they are all family or something akin to it. Thomson masterfully captures this moment through his intricate engravings, bringing Austen's characters to life on paper. The illustration beautifully portrays the societal dynamics of Georgian England - where fortune and social standing played significant roles in interactions among individuals. This print serves as a reminder of Austen's timeless exploration of human relationships and societal norms within English literature. It also highlights the themes of snobbery and wealth present throughout Sense and Sensibility. As we gaze upon this enchanting artwork from Bridgeman Images' collection, we can't help but be drawn into Austen's world once again – a world filled with complex characters navigating love, society, and personal growth against the
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