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Cartoon portrait, Mr Paul Meritt, author and farmer
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Cartoon portrait, Mr Paul Meritt, author and farmer
Cartoon, Mr Paul Meritt (c1843-1895), author and farmer.
1885
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1885 Acte Bryan Entr Entracte Farmer Playwright Stick
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This cartoon print, titled "Mr. Paul Meritt (c1843-1895), Author and Farmer," is a delightful representation of the multifaceted life of this remarkable Victorian-era figure. Drawn in the late 1880s, the cartoon depicts Meritt as a man of two worlds: one rooted in literature and the other in agriculture. Meritt, born in 1843, was a prolific author and playwright, whose works graced the pages of numerous publications during the 19th century. His literary prowess is reflected in the image, as he is shown holding a quill pen and a stack of papers, symbolizing his role as a writer. The title "Author" is inscribed above his head, further emphasizing his literary accomplishments. However, Meritt was not just a man of words; he was also a farmer, as depicted by the pitchfork and straw hat resting beside him. The title "Farmer" is inscribed below his image, highlighting his connection to the land. The cartoon's title, "Entr'acte," suggests a moment of pause or intermission, perhaps alluding to the balance Meritt struck between his two passions. The cartoon is attributed to Alfred Bryan, a well-known English illustrator of the late Victorian era. The print, created in 1885, is a testament to the rich and varied lives led by individuals during this period. The image invites us to reflect on the beauty of a life that embraces both the creative and the practical, the intellectual and the physical. Whether Meritt was penning a play or tending to his crops, he left an indelible mark on the world around him.
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