HORRIBLE BORE

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HORRIBLE BORE

A horrible Bore in the company. The social bore is depicted as a boar. Fellow guests shun his companionship. Date: 1840s

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1840s Boar Bore Companionship Depicted Fellow Groups Guests Horrible Parties Shun

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A Horrible Bore - An Unwelcome Guest in Social Circles, 1840s This intriguing image from the 1840s depicts a 'horrible bore,' a social outcast represented as a boar, amidst a group of displeased and shunning fellow guests at a grand gathering. The boar, a symbol of stubbornness and unrelenting behavior, is an apt metaphor for the social bore - an individual who drones on endlessly with tedious and uninteresting conversation, leaving others feeling drained and longing for escape. The scene unfolds in a grand ballroom, where elegantly dressed men and women mingle, engaged in lively conversation and laughter. The bore, however, stands alone, his unwelcome presence evident in the disapproving glances and distant expressions of those around him. The other guests seem to go out of their way to avoid his company, creating a palpable sense of discomfort and unease. The 1840s were an era of opulence and social gatherings, where the art of conversation and the ability to engage in stimulating discourse were highly valued. The presence of a bore in such circles would have been particularly unwelcome, as it would have dampened the spirits of the gathering and left a lasting negative impression. This print serves as a reminder of the importance of engaging and considerate conversation in social settings, and the potential consequences of being a bore. It also highlights the human tendency to judge and ostracize those who fail to meet social expectations, a phenomenon that remains relevant in today's society.

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