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Wrapper design, Oliver Twist by Charles Dickens
Wrapper design, first monthly instalment of the novel Oliver Twist by Charles Dickens, with illustrations by George Cruikshank, dated January 1846.
1846
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1840s 1846 Bradbury Bright Cruikshank Dickens Evans Fiction Illustrations Instalment Monthly Oliver Price Prose Shilling Twist Wrapper January
21"x14" (+3" Border) Fine Art Print
Step into the captivating world of Charles Dickens' timeless classic, Oliver Twist, with our exquisite Fine Art Print from Media Storehouse. This beautiful reproduction showcases the striking wrapper design from the first monthly installment of the novel, published in January 1846. Illustrated by the renowned George Cruikshank, this captivating image brings the story's iconic characters and intriguing narrative to life. Add a touch of literary history and artistic elegance to your home or office with this fine art print, a must-have for any Dickens or illustration enthusiast.
21x14 image printed on 27x20 Fine Art Rag Paper with 3" (76mm) white border. Our Fine Art Prints are printed on 300gsm 100% acid free, PH neutral paper with archival properties. This printing method is used by museums and art collections to exhibit photographs and art reproductions.
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Estimated Image Size (if not cropped) is 35.5cm x 53.3cm (14" x 21")
Estimated Product Size is 50.8cm x 68.6cm (20" x 27")
These are individually made so all sizes are approximate
Artwork printed orientated as per the preview above, with portrait (vertical) orientation to match the source image.
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This wrapper design marks the first monthly installment of Charles Dickens' timeless novel, "Oliver Twist," published in January 1846. The cover, a beautiful example of early Victorian design, showcases the novel's title and the illustrations within, which were created by the renowned George Cruikshank. Dickens, a pioneer of English literature, penned this classic work of prose fiction during the 1840s. The design, in bright green hues, features an image of Oliver Twist, the novel's eponymous protagonist, standing before a table, with his iconic request, "Please, sir, I want some more." The image is framed by intricate, detailed illustrations of various scenes from the novel, including Oliver in the workhouse, Fagin's den, and the Artful Dodger and his gang. The wrapper's price, a shilling, was a significant investment for readers during that time, reflecting the value placed on Dickens' storytelling abilities and the high-quality production of the monthly installments. The design, with its striking colors and intricate details, would have caught the eye of potential readers, enticing them to delve into the world of Oliver Twist and the unforgettable characters that inhabit it. This wrapper design is a testament to the enduring appeal of Dickens' work and the role of illustrations in enhancing the reading experience during the Victorian era. The collaboration between Dickens, Bradbury and Evans, and Cruikshank resulted in a visually stunning and captivating publication that continues to captivate readers more than 175 years later.
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