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Mr. Bumble, from Oliver Twist, by Charles Dickens, 1923 (colour litho)
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Mr. Bumble, from Oliver Twist, by Charles Dickens, 1923 (colour litho)
KDC465736 Mr. Bumble, from Oliver Twist, by Charles Dickens, 1923 (colour litho) by Clarke, Joseph Clayton (Kyd) (1856-1937); Private Collection; (add.info.: Bumble is the beadle of the parish that operates the workhouse depicted in Oliver Twist;
illustration from the series of Character Sketches from Charles Dickens, produced as cigarette cards by John Player & Sons; ); British, out of copyright
Media ID 22371010
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Beadle Bicorn Cigarette Card Dickensian Fiction Fictional Hypocrisy Hypocrite Oliver Twist Pompous Poor House Rotund Vintage Card Workhouse
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This vibrant and detailed lithograph print captures the character of Mr. Bumble from Charles Dickens' beloved novel, Oliver Twist. Created in 1923 by Joseph Clayton Clarke, also known as Kyd, this artwork is part of a series called Character Sketches from Charles Dickens. Mr. Bumble is portrayed here in his distinctive bicorn hat and pompous attire, perfectly embodying his role as the beadle of the parish workhouse depicted in the story. The artist skillfully portrays Mr. Bumble's rotund figure and exaggerated facial features, emphasizing his hypocritical nature. As a fictional character, Mr. Bumble represents not only a caricature but also serves as a social commentary on Victorian society's treatment of the poor and vulnerable. His portrayal highlights themes such as hypocrisy and class divide that are prevalent throughout Dickens' works. Originally produced as cigarette cards by John Player & Sons, these illustrations were widely collected during their time for entertainment purposes. This particular print showcases Mr. Bumble's full-length portrait against a colorful background, adding depth to his character. Now part of a private collection, this vintage card offers us an intriguing glimpse into the world created by Charles Dickens over a century ago. It serves as both an artistic representation and a reminder of the enduring impact that literature can have on our understanding of societal issues even today.
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