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The Failure of Mr Hooley (engraving)
1063657 The Failure of Mr Hooley (engraving) by Boyd, Alexander Stuart (1854-1930); Private Collection; (add.info.: The Failure of Mr Hooley. Illustration for The Graphic, 20 August 1898.); Look and Learn / Illustrated Papers Collection
Media ID 22526906
© Look and Learn / Illustrated Papers Collection / Bridgeman Images
Addressing Allotment Backyard Bank Bank Building Bank Buildings Banker Bench Charges Contempt Of Court Courts Evidence Failure Formal Gardens Front Garden Garden Scene Garden View Giardini Heat Park Benches Sir Edward Clarke Trial Trials Describes Feels
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The Failure of Mr Hooley
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is a captivating engraving that takes us back to the courtroom drama of 1898. In this intriguing scene, we witness the downfall of Mr Hooley, a solicitor who finds himself in a state of utter failure and disgrace. The image portrays the charged atmosphere within the courtroom as Mr Hooley stands trial for contempt. The bench, occupied by stern-faced judges including Mr Justice Wright and Lord De La Warr, addresses him with an air of authority. Surrounding him are his legal counsel, Mr Lawson Walton and Sir Edward Clarke QC, who seem to feel the weight of their client's predicament. As our eyes wander through this compelling composition, we notice other key figures such as Mr Broadley and Ernest Terah Hooley himself. Their presence adds depth to the narrative unfolding before us. Beyond the confines of the courtroom lies a beautifully depicted garden scene - perhaps symbolic of both solace and isolation. Park benches stand empty amidst meticulously manicured lawns and formal gardens. This juxtaposition serves as a stark reminder of how far removed Mr Hooley now feels from his once prosperous life in banking. Alexander Stuart Boyd's masterful engraving skillfully captures not only the events surrounding "The Failure of Mr Hooley" but also evokes emotions associated with loss, regret, and loneliness. It invites viewers to reflect on themes such as justice, accountability, and resilience in times when one's world crumbles around them. This print from Fine Art Finder allows
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