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Illustration after George Cruikshank for the poem The Dead Drummer
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Illustration after George Cruikshank for the poem The Dead Drummer
KW366275 Illustration after George Cruikshank for the poem The Dead Drummer, from The Ingoldsby Legends or Mirth and Marvels, by Thomas Ingoldsby, published in 1865 (litho) by English School, (19th century); Private Collection; Ken Welsh; English, out of copyright
Media ID 12867276
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Drumming Folklore Frightened Frightening Ghost Ghoul Lightening Pirate Spectre Storm Fear
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This print, titled "Illustration after George Cruikshank for the poem The Dead Drummer" takes us on a haunting journey through the realms of folklore and fear. Created by an anonymous English artist in the 19th century, this lithograph captures a moment of spine-chilling intensity. In the center of the image, we see a male figure kneeling in terror. His face reflects sheer fright as he gazes upon an otherworldly apparition emerging from the darkness. This ghostly spectre, with its ghastly features and ethereal presence, sends shivers down our spines. The scene is set amidst a stormy night illuminated by flashes of lightning that pierce through ominous clouds. The atmosphere is thick with tension as if something sinister lurks just beyond our sight. The subject matter hints at tales of pirates and sailors, evoking images of treacherous voyages and lost souls condemned to wander eternally. The drumming element adds an eerie rhythm to this already macabre composition, intensifying our unease. This illustration serves as a reminder that even within art's realm lies the power to evoke deep emotions such as fear and fascination simultaneously. It transports us into a world where supernatural forces collide with mortal fears—a testament to both George Cruikshank's original poem and this talented artist's ability to bring it vividly to life.
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