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Mr O Brien, the Irish Giant, the Tallest Man in the Known World, 1803. Artist: John Kay
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Mr O Brien, the Irish Giant, the Tallest Man in the Known World, 1803. Artist: John Kay
Mr O Brien, the Irish Giant, the Tallest Man in the Known World, 1803. Patrick O Brien (c1765-1804), the Irish giant, being measured for a suit by an Edinburgh tailor. O Brien was 8 feet 7 inches (2.616m) tall. Such abnormal growth manifested by those suffering from Gigantism is caused by an over-active pituitary gland (endocrine system) producing an excess of growth hormone
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Mr O'Brien, the Irish Giant, the Tallest Man in the Known World, 1803. Artist: John Kay (Mr O Brien, the Irish Giant, the Tallest Man in the Known World, 1803. Patrick O Brien (c1765-1804), the Irish giant, being measured for a suit by an Edinburgh tailor. O Brien was 8 feet 7 inches (2.616m) tall. Such abnormal growth manifested by those suffering from Gigantism is caused by an over-active pituitary gland (endocrine system) producing an excess of growth hormone) This black and white etching captures a momentous encounter between Mr Patrick O'Brien and his tailor in Edinburgh during the early 19th century. Towering at an astounding height of 8 feet 7 inches (2.616m), Mr O'Brien's larger-than-life presence fills every corner of this portrait. In this scene set within a quaint tailors shop, we witness Mr O'Brien seated on a furniture piece that seems almost comically small compared to his immense stature. The diligent tailor stands beside him with tape measure in hand as he meticulously measures for a custom-made suit that can accommodate such extraordinary proportions. The image serves as both a testament to human diversity and medical curiosity as it sheds light on gigantism - a condition resulting from excessive growth hormone production by an overactive pituitary gland. John Kay's masterful portrayal not only captures Mr O'Brien's physical enormity but also conveys his gentle nature through subtle facial expressions and body language. As we gaze upon this remarkable print today, it transports us back to a time when individuals like Mr Patrick O'Brien were viewed with awe and wonderment – true giants among men.
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