Discovery of the Head of Summanus by John Leech

Discovery of the Head of Summanus 

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boat

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comic strip sketch

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pen illustration

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book

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vehicle

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line drawing illustration

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junji ito style

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ink line art

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linework heavy

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sketchwork

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thin linework

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water

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storyboard and sketchbook work

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story boarding

This humorous pen and ink drawing by John Leech, a prominent British caricaturist of the 19th century, depicts a man fishing in a boat, with a comical detail: the "fish" he has caught is a Roman head, a reference to the discovery of ancient Roman artifacts in the city of Rome. The man's nonchalant expression and the incongruity of the situation contribute to the whimsical nature of the artwork. Leech's work is known for its satirical and witty observations of social life, and this drawing exemplifies his talent for capturing the absurdity of everyday events.

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