Poster Print : Charles Dickens, from a recent daguerreotype by Mayall, 1 December, 1855

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Charles Dickens, from a recent daguerreotype by Mayall, 1 December, 1855

Charles Dickens, from a recent daguerreotype by Mayall, 1 December, 1855
Memoir of Charles Dickens
The lives of men of genius when happy, are ordinarily uneventful. It may, perhaps, be one of the reaspms for the paucity of materials available for the life of him who was " not for an age but for all time, " that our Shakespeare went through life a prosperous gentlemen, that he had shares, and rents, and messages, and tenements, and that he died at last in affluence, in his bed, in his own house, near the pleasant town he loved so well. But the most moving and most copious literary memoirs are merely records of miseries. The blindness of Milton, the weary life-struggle of Dryden, the deformity of Pope, the persecution of Defoe, and the melancholy of Swift; the stern woe of Dante, the heart-sickness of Petrarch, the despair of Butler; Tassos fetters, Cervantes neglect, Camoens hospital pallet, Guilberts starvation, and Chattertons suicide; all these are bold and jutting headlands in the seascape of life - stern and rugged rocks, all beaten by the tempests of time, and seamed and furrowed by the salt waters of sorrow. These the painter can seize and transfer to canvas, giving force and variety to his picture. He can paint the surging billows and the angry sky; but what scope has he for display when the sea is smooth as glass, calm as a good mans bossom, when the bark glides placidly along, when the log of the mariner may be summed up in two words: Genius or Success?
These two words are really the summary of the career of the famous writer whose portrait graces our page. There are no moving accidents by flood or field in his life to tell; his life has been one of uniform industry and prosperity. Yet, as our readers must naturally be anxious to learn even the minutest particulars concerning one who possesses such remarkable talents, and has occupied for so long so conspicuous a position in society, we will proceed, to the best of our ability, to tell how Mr. Dick

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1855 19th Century History Author Book Books Britain Charles Dickens Daguerreotype Dickens Dickensian In The 19th Century Literature Mayall Old Print Quint Title Velist Writer

A3 (42 x 29.7cm) Poster Print

Step into the past with our exquisite Charles Dickens Poster Print, featuring the famous daguerreotype taken by Mayall on 1 December, 1855. This captivating image, sourced from the Liszt Collection, offers a unique glimpse into the life of one of literature's greatest masters. With his timeless wisdom etched on his face, this poster is not just a beautiful addition to any wall, but a testament to the extraordinary lives of men of genius. Immerse yourself in history and let the brilliance of Charles Dickens' legacy shine on your home or office space.

Premium quality poster prints are printed on luxurious semi-gloss satin 270 gsm paper. Our meticulously crafted poster prints offer an affordable option for decorating any space, making them ideal for living rooms, bedrooms, offices and beyond. To ensure your poster arrives in good condition, we roll and send them in strong mailing tubes.

Poster prints are budget friendly enlarged prints in standard poster paper sizes (A0, A1, A2, A3 etc). Whilst poster paper is sometimes thinner and less durable than our other paper types, they are still ok for framing and should last many years. Our Archival Quality Photo Prints and Fine Art Paper Prints are printed on higher quality paper and the choice of which largely depends on your budget.

Estimated Product Size is 30.6cm x 42.6cm (12" x 16.8")

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.

EDITORS COMMENTS
The print captures the esteemed author, Charles Dickens, in a moment frozen in time. Taken on 1 December 1855 by Mayall, this daguerreotype presents a glimpse into the life of a literary genius who has left an indelible mark on the world. In contrast to many other men of genius whose lives were marred by miseries and hardships, Dickens' journey was one of unparalleled success and prosperity. His existence resembled a calm sea with smooth waters, where his bark glided placidly along. The canvas upon which his life is painted lacks the surging billows and angry skies that often accompany tales of great artists. However, despite the absence of dramatic events or tragedies in his personal narrative, there is no doubt about Dickens' immense talent and influence. As readers yearn for even the minutest details about this remarkable individual who has held such prominence in society for so long, we endeavor to shed light on his story. This portrait serves as a testament to both Dickens' extraordinary abilities as well as his enduring achievements. It reminds us that not all artistic journeys are fraught with turmoil; some can be characterized by unwavering dedication and resounding triumphs. In this image captured by Liszt Collection's lens, we witness Charles Dickens - an icon whose words continue to resonate across generations - forever immortalized through photography.

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