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Under the Mistletoe, any old excuse (litho)
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Under the Mistletoe, any old excuse (litho)
1090704 Under the Mistletoe, any old excuse (litho) by Robinson, William Heath (1872-1944); Private Collection; (add.info.: Under the Mistletoe, any old excuse! Illustration for Absurdities, A Book of Collected Drawings by Heath Robinson (Hutchinson, 1934).); © Look and Learn
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Under the Mistletoe, any old excuse! This whimsical lithograph by William Heath Robinson captures the absurdity and humor of Christmas traditions. The illustration, featured in his book Absurdities, showcases Robinson's unique style and imaginative mind. In this comical scene, a group of mechanistic fish and snails gather under a mistletoe contraption. With gears turning and levers pulling, these peculiar creatures find any excuse to engage in festive kisses. The artist's mastery lies in his ability to blend mechanical elements with animal characters seamlessly. Robinson's artwork invites us into a world where machines take on human-like behaviors. It is as if he challenges our conventional understanding of reality by infusing it with playful absurdity. Through his intricate engravings, he transports us to an alternate universe where even the most mundane activities become extraordinary spectacles. The attention to detail is remarkable; every line and shading brings life to each creature involved in this amusing spectacle. From the mischievous expressions on their faces to the carefully crafted machinery surrounding them, there is no shortage of visual delights for viewers. This print serves as a reminder that art can be both thought-provoking and light-hearted simultaneously. It celebrates not only Robinson's artistic brilliance but also our capacity for laughter amidst the chaos of everyday life.
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