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SAMUEL JOHNSON (1709-1784). English writer. An incident during Johnsons journey with James Boswell to the Scottish Highlands and Hebrides in 1773. Copper engraving, 18th century
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SAMUEL JOHNSON (1709-1784). English writer. An incident during Johnsons journey with James Boswell to the Scottish Highlands and Hebrides in 1773. Copper engraving, 18th century
SAMUEL JOHNSON (1709-1784).
English writer. An incident during Johnsons journey with James Boswell to the Scottish Highlands and Hebrides in 1773. Copper engraving, 18th century
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1773 Auchinleck Boswell Cauldron Family Fire Hebrides Highland Intellectual Johnson Lord Samuel Scottish Writer
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This print captures a significant incident during Samuel Johnson's journey with James Boswell to the Scottish Highlands and Hebrides in 1773. The copper engraving, dating back to the 18th century, beautifully portrays an intimate scene that showcases Johnson's intellectual pursuits and his connection with the Scottish culture. In this image, we see Johnson surrounded by a group of individuals inside a rustic Highland hut. The late writer appears engrossed in conversation, his expressive face reflecting both curiosity and admiration for his surroundings. As he sits near a crackling fire, Sir Samuel Johnson gazes into a cauldron simmering over the flames – perhaps symbolizing his insatiable thirst for knowledge. The presence of James Boswell is also notable in this depiction. A close friend and biographer of Johnson, Boswell accompanies him on this transformative journey through Scotland. Their partnership not only reveals their shared passion for literature but also highlights their deep friendship. Furthermore, it is worth mentioning Auchinleck Lord as another figure present in the engraving. This reference alludes to Boswell's ancestral home and adds an element of familial connection within the context of their exploration. Overall, this remarkable artwork offers us a glimpse into one of history's most celebrated literary journeys while capturing the essence of Samuel Johnson as an influential English writer immersed in Scottish culture.
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