So, here in North America, it is the Winter Solstice - the shortest day of the year. And as we ponder darkness and shadow, what a perfect time to reflect on this fine specimen, advertising the magical services of Brewerton Clarke (1905-1986) early in his career, before he became more widely known as Sir Felix Korim. Note the unusual incorporation of the common devil theme -- Clarke casts a shadow in the shape of a demon. Clarke, who began his career as a graphic artist, may have designed this card himself -- regular readers may recall that he illustrated one of the Moore cards we featured in our very first post.
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Wednesday, December 21, 2016
Clarke on the Winter Solstice
So, here in North America, it is the Winter Solstice - the shortest day of the year. And as we ponder darkness and shadow, what a perfect time to reflect on this fine specimen, advertising the magical services of Brewerton Clarke (1905-1986) early in his career, before he became more widely known as Sir Felix Korim. Note the unusual incorporation of the common devil theme -- Clarke casts a shadow in the shape of a demon. Clarke, who began his career as a graphic artist, may have designed this card himself -- regular readers may recall that he illustrated one of the Moore cards we featured in our very first post.
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