Caricature of Paul John Merrit, playwright
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Caricature of Paul John Merrit, playwright
Caricature of Paul John Merrit, playwright -- Great Paul!
1882
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1882 Acts Bryan Check Checked Cigar Entracte Manuscript Merritt Obese Overcoat Playwright Script Merrit
EDITORS COMMENTS
Great Paul! A Charming Caricature of Playwright Paul John Merrit from the Victorian Era (1882) This delightful caricature captures the essence of Paul John Merrit, a prolific and celebrated playwright of the late 19th century. The image, created in 1882 by an unknown artist, showcases Merrit in a jovial and affable manner. Dressed in a heavy overcoat and checkered trousers, Merrit is depicted with a generous belly, a cigar clenched between his teeth, and a quill pen in hand. The title "Great Paul!" above his head adds to the playful and admiring tone of the caricature. Merrit was a man of considerable size, as evidenced by the exaggerated representation of his body in this artwork. However, his weight did not hinder his success as a writer, and he penned numerous acts and scripts that were well-received by audiences during the 1880s. His manuscripts were highly sought after, and his plays were often produced by prominent theaters of the time. This caricature of Paul John Merrit offers a glimpse into the personality of a man who was both beloved and respected in the world of Victorian theater. With his cigar, quill pen, and expansive girth, Merrit is depicted as a man of creativity and substance, a true author and playwright in every sense of the word.
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