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John Dryden poet

Posted on 22/10/2026 by ronald972

On my bookshelf sits a large octavo (14″ x 9″), which is considered to be one of the greatest achievements in English literature.. #JohnDryden (1631-1700) was a playwright, a poet, a literary critic, and Britain’s first poet laureate in 1688. … Continue reading →

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The Art of Bronze

Posted on 05/06/2026 by ronald972

In my travels, I come across small pieces of #sculpture that I like. I certainly am not well versed in the field of #bronze work, but pieces do catch my eye. Three small #busts; two of people that might have … Continue reading →

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Art around the Globe

Posted on 26/01/2013 by ronald972

This week has brought me into contact with a couple of pieces of art which come from locations which are on my list of places to visit.  I begin in the wonderful city of St Petersburg at one of the … Continue reading →

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