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Hic tantum quies est, This is only retirement
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Hic tantum quies est, This is only retirement
Vintage engraving of a victorian satirical cartoon hic tantum quies est (This is only retirement). 19th Century. I; ve searched the world for peace and rest, For well night eighty year; And now at lat I, forced to think, I ll only find it here
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1890s Cartoon Cartoons Cemetery Comic Elderly Grave Gravestone Humor Humour Image Created 1890 1899 Life Old Age Public Building Publication Quote Retirement Retro Satire Satirical Senior Adult Senior Man Sketch Style Styles Tombstone Victorian Mortality Place Concerning Death
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This vintage engraving of a Victorian satirical cartoon titled "Hic tantum quies est, This is only retirement" captures the essence of seeking peace and rest in old age. Created in the 19th century, this image humorously depicts an elderly man's quest for tranquility after nearly eighty years of searching the world. The intricate woodcut style adds to its nostalgic charm. The scene portrays a cemetery with a prominent gravestone bearing the inscription "I've searched the world for peace and rest, For well-nigh eighty year". The weary senior adult stands before it, contemplating his life's journey and realizing that true solace can only be found within these hallowed grounds. The satire lies in his forced realization that retirement is indeed his ultimate destination. With impeccable attention to detail, this illustration showcases various elements associated with mortality and old age: an old-fashioned building resembling a place of worship, symbolizing contemplation on death; tombstones scattered across the landscape signifying lives lived; and subtle hints of humor woven throughout. Duncan1890's print beautifully encapsulates both the artistic style prevalent during the 19th century as well as timeless themes surrounding aging and reflection. It serves as a poignant reminder that even after traversing far and wide in search of fulfillment, sometimes we find our greatest contentment right where we started – in retirement.
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