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"A company of odd-looking persons playing at ninepins
3100396 " A company of odd-looking persons playing at ninepins.", from Rip Van Winkle by Washington Irving, pub. 1910 (colour litho) by Rackham, Arthur (1867-1939); Private Collection; (add.info.: " Rip Van Winkle" is a short story by the American author Washington Irving (1783-1859) published in 1819; It is is set in the years before and after the American Revolutionary War; ); The Stapleton Collection; English, out of copyright
Media ID 23113056
© The Stapleton Collection / Bridgeman Images
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This print captures a whimsical scene from the classic tale of "Rip Van Winkle" by Washington Irving. In this enchanting image, we are transported to a mysterious forest where an odd-looking company of individuals is engrossed in a game of ninepins. The men, with their peculiar appearances and stooped postures, seem almost otherworldly as they navigate through the gnarled tree stumps and roots that surround them. The artist, Arthur Rackham, masterfully brings this fantastical moment to life with his vibrant use of color lithography. Every detail is meticulously rendered, from the twisted branches overhead to the balls rolling towards their intended targets. It's as if we have stumbled upon a hidden world inhabited by goblins or mythical creatures. Set against the backdrop of the American Revolutionary War era, this image not only showcases Rackham's artistic prowess but also pays homage to Irving's timeless story. Through his vivid imagination and skillful storytelling, Irving transports us into Rip Van Winkle's extraordinary journey through time. As we gaze at this mesmerizing print, we can't help but be drawn into its magical allure. It serves as a reminder that within every tale lies a realm waiting to be explored – one where reality intertwines with fantasy and ordinary people become part of extraordinary adventures.
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