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Gulliver in Lilliput
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Gulliver in Lilliput
Gulliver in Lilliput. Lemuel Gulliver, set ashore after a mutiny, regains consciousness and finds himself a prisoner of the Lilliputians. From Gullivers Travels (Travels into Several Remote Nations of the World, in Four Parts) by Jonathan Swift
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Media ID 14842213
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Chromolithograph Fiction Giant Gulliver Gullivers Travels Imprisonment Jonathan Jonathan Swift Lilliputian Prisoner Small Swift Traveller Ann Ronan Pictures Tied Down
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This chromolithograph print depicts a pivotal scene from Jonathan Swift's renowned novel, "Gulliver's Travels". In this image, we witness the unfortunate fate of Lemuel Gulliver as he awakens to find himself imprisoned by the tiny inhabitants of Lilliput. The vibrant colors and intricate details bring to life the fantastical world created by Swift in the 18th century. As we gaze upon this artwork, our eyes are drawn to Gulliver, a giant among these diminutive beings. Tied down and surrounded by curious onlookers, his expression reveals both astonishment and confusion at his predicament. The contrast between his towering figure and the small stature of the Lilliputians emphasizes their powerlessness against him. The lush vegetation that engulfs them serves as a reminder of nature's dominance over mankind. It is within this enchanting landscape that Gulliver finds himself entangled in a web of laws and customs foreign to him – an allegorical representation of society's tendency to restrict individual freedom. Jonathan Swift masterfully employs satire throughout "Gulliver's Travels" using imaginative settings like Lilliput to critique various aspects of human behavior and institutions. This print captures the essence of Swift's satirical genius while offering us a glimpse into an extraordinary fictional realm. As admirers of art and literature alike, we can appreciate how this print transports us into another time, allowing us to ponder profound concepts such as power dynamics, societal norms
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