Favourite Sayings - If the Cap fits, wear it
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Favourite Sayings - If the Cap fits, wear it
Black and white lantern slide of scene showing three persons in a hat shop (painted background). An old gentleman, a young boy trying on a hat and a sales person.. Part of Box 197 Sayings, Boswell Collection. If the cap fits, wear it. Lantern slide creations of C. H. Spurgeons (a British Particular Baptist preacher, 1834-1892) illustrated John Ploughmans Pictures. Date: circa 1890s
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© The Boswell Collection, Bexley Heritage Trust / Mary Evans
1834 1892 Baptist Creations Favourite Fits Gentleman Particular Phrases Pictures Preacher Proverb Proverbs Quote Quotes Sales Sayings Slides Wear Persons
If the Cap Fits, Wear It
EDITORS COMMENTS
: A Timeless British Saying Illustrated in a Late 19th Century Lantern Slide This black and white lantern slide, hailing from the late 1890s, presents a charming scene of an old gentleman, a young boy, and a salesperson in a hat shop. The painted background adds depth and character to the image, transporting us back in time. This scene is part of the extensive "Box 197 Sayings, Boswell Collection" and is one of the many creations of C.H. Spurgeon, a renowned British Particular Baptist preacher, born in 1834 and passing in 1892. The quote emblazoned across the scene reads, "If the cap fits, wear it." This traditional proverb, which encourages people to accept a situation or role if it suits them, has been a popular saying in the English language for centuries. Spurgeon's illustration of this phrase is a poignant reminder of the simplicity and wisdom of such timeless expressions. The old gentleman, with his wise and knowing expression, seems to be offering sage advice to the young boy, who is trying on a hat. The salesperson, attentively watching the interaction, adds to the sense of community and shared understanding that this saying represents. This evocative lantern slide is a testament to the enduring nature of traditional sayings and the power of visual storytelling. It offers a glimpse into the past, allowing us to connect with the people and values of a bygone era.
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