Mr Frank Crisp (c1853-1919), English Limited Liability Lawyer one of whose personal

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Mr Frank Crisp (c1853-1919), English Limited Liability Lawyer one of whose personal

Mr Frank Crisp (c1853-1919), English Limited Liability Lawyer one of whose personal interests was microscopy and who acted as Secretary of the Royal Microscopical Society. He is shown looking through a microscope. His other interest was Alpine gardening and in his 30 acre garden he had a model of the Matterhorn planted with alpines. Cartoon by Spy, pseudonym of Leslie Ward (1851-1922) British painter and caricaturist, from Vanity Fair. (London, 31 May 1890). Chromolithograph

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1851 1922 1890 Acre Acted Alpine Caricaturist Cartoon Chromolithograph Crisp Fair Frank Garden Gardening Instrument Interest Lawyer Leslie Limited Microscope Microscopy Model Optical Painter Personal Planted Pseudonym Royal Scientific Scientist Secretary Shown Society Vanity Ward Alpines Horticulturalist Interests Liability Matterhorn

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This chromolithograph from 1890 showcases Mr. Frank Crisp, a distinguished English Limited Liability Lawyer with a fascinating array of personal interests. Known for his expertise in law, Mr. Crisp also had an insatiable curiosity for the microscopic world and served as Secretary of the esteemed Royal Microscopical Society. In this delightful illustration by Leslie Ward, better known as Spy, we see Mr. Crisp engrossed in his scientific pursuit, peering through an optical microscope with great concentration. His dedication to microscopy is evident as he delves into the intricate details that lie beyond our naked eyes. However, Mr. Crisp's passion extended far beyond the realm of science alone. He was also an avid horticulturalist and took immense pleasure in Alpine gardening. Within his expansive 30-acre garden resided a remarkable model of the iconic Matterhorn mountain adorned with vibrant alpine plants—a testament to his love for both nature and precision. Ward's caricature captures not only Mr. Crisp's intellectual pursuits but also hints at his playful personality through exaggerated features and comical elements typical of Vanity Fair illustrations. Through this charming image, we are transported back to a time when individuals like Mr. Frank Crisp embraced multiple passions fearlessly—blending their professional accomplishments seamlessly with their personal interests—an inspiring reminder that true fulfillment lies in pursuing what truly captivates us on all fronts.

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