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Scenes in the life of a Stuart Gentleman
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Scenes in the life of a Stuart Gentleman
Scenes in the life of a Stuart Gentleman during the reign of King Charles I, with his thoughts in the skies and his feet firmly on the ground. (2 of 2) Date: 1630s
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1630s Behaviour Earth Feet Gentleman Gentlemen Good Goodness Modest Skies Stick Stuart Thoughts Upper
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In this evocative image from the 1630s, we witness the daily life of a Stuart Gentleman during the reign of King Charles I. The gentleman, dressed in the fashionable attire of the time, is depicted with his thoughts seemingly drifting towards the heavens, while his feet remain firmly planted on the ground. This juxtaposition of the mind in flight and the body anchored to the earth is a testament to the complexities of human nature. The Stuart Gentleman is shown wearing the latest fashion, with a tall hat adorned with a feather and a long, flowing coat. His cane, a sign of his upper or middle class status, is tucked under his arm. The scene unfolds against a backdrop of quintessentially English surroundings - a picturesque village scene with thatched cottages and rolling hills in the distance. The gentleman's behaviour is characterized by good modesty, a valued virtue in Stuart society. His dress, a reflection of his social standing, is impeccably tailored and adorned with the finest fabrics. The image captures the essence of the Stuart era, a time of change and upheaval, with the old feudal order giving way to a more modern, cosmopolitan world. The scene is a poignant reminder of the human condition - the constant struggle between the mind and the body, the desire to dream and the need to remain grounded. The Stuart Gentleman's thoughts may wander, but his feet remain rooted in reality, a testament to the balance required to navigate the complexities of life in 17th century England.
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