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PERFORMING MOUSE
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PERFORMING MOUSE
I was an Italian who had a white mouse, whom John the footman drove from the house. Date: 1867
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This image, titled "Performing Mouse" and dated 1867, presents a charming vignette of an Italian man and his beloved white mouse. The man, with a warm and expressive gaze, cradles the tiny creature in his hands as it stands on a small stage, ready to put on a show. The mouse, dressed in a miniature suit and top hat, appears focused and eager, as if anticipating the applause of an audience. John the footman, a tall and imposing figure in livery, stands in the background, holding the leash that connects the man and the mouse. His stern expression and posture suggest that he has reluctantly been tasked with driving the pair from the house, perhaps due to the disapproval of their unconventional performance. The intricate details of the scene, from the ornate decorations of the stage to the textured fabrics of the characters' clothing, transport us back to the Victorian era. The playful juxtaposition of the man and the mouse, the serious footman, and the whimsical setting, invites us to ponder the unexpected joys and quirks of life. This photograph, with its rich history and evocative storytelling, offers a delightful glimpse into the past and serves as a reminder that even the most ordinary moments can be infused with wonder and magic.
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