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English gentleman consulting a somniloquist, 18th century
English gentleman consulting a somniloquist in his chambers, 18th century. The sleeping fortune teller lies in a bed in a room decorated with crocodile skin, Egyptian figures and incense burners. Consulting the prophet. Handcoloured copperplate engraving after an illustration by Thomas Rowlandson from Journal of Sentimental Travels in the Southern Provinces of France, translated and abridged from Moritz August von Thummels Reise in die mitt??glichen Provinzen van Frankreich im Jahre 1785 ??1786, Rudolph Ackermann, London, 1821
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14"x11" (28x35cm) Metal Print
Step into the enchanting world of the past with our exquisite Metal Prints featuring 'English gentleman consulting a somniloquist, 18th century' from Mary Evans Picture Library. This captivating image, sourced from Mary Evans Prints Online, transports you back in time to an era of mystery and intrigue. Witness an English gentleman in deep consultation with a somniloquist, a sleeping fortune teller, in his opulent chambers adorned with crocodile skin, Egyptian figures, and incense burners. Our high-quality Metal Prints bring the rich details and vibrant colors of this 18th-century scene to life, making it a stunning addition to any home or office decor. Elevate your space with a touch of history and whimsy.
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Estimated Product Size is 35.5cm x 27.9cm (14" x 11")
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Artwork printed orientated as per the preview above, with landscape (horizontal) or portrait (vertical) orientation to match the source image.
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In this intriguing 18th century handcoloured copperplate engraving, an English gentleman is seen in deep consultation with a somniloquist, or sleeping prophet, in his richly decorated chambers. The somniloquist, a popular figure in the occult world of the time, lies in a bed adorned with crocodile skin and surrounded by Egyptian figures and incense burners. The gentleman, dressed in the elegant attire of the era, leans over the sleeper, listening intently to the words that seemingly escape his lips in his sleep. The scene, based on an illustration by Thomas Rowlandson from the "Journal of Sentimental Travels in the Southern Provinces of France," is a fascinating glimpse into the world of astrology and fortune telling that was popular during this period. The use of exotic symbols such as the crocodile skin and Egyptian figures adds to the allure of the mysterious and the unknown. However, as the gentleman's intense gaze and the caption's title, "consulting the prophet," suggest, there may be more to this encounter than meets the eye. The somniloquist, after all, was often considered a fraud, a charlatan who used deception and trickery to extract money from the gullible and the curious. The gentleman's expression, a mix of concentration and skepticism, hints at his awareness of this possibility. Despite the potential for deception, the scene remains an intriguing symbol of the human desire to seek answers to the unknown, to peer into the future, and to uncover the secrets of the universe. The use of the copperplate engraving technique adds to the image's antique charm, transporting us back to a time when the world was full of wonder and mystery.
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