Blacksmith and scholar.
Thomas Nisbet.
[Glasgow : Thomas Nisbet,
between 1860 and 1880]
Large poster on 2 sheets, with large woodcut illustrations spelling out the words "Blacksmith and scholar", printed by T. Nisbet, 437, Parliamentary Road, Glasgow. Nisbet is recorded as working in the 1870s as a draughtsman and engraver on wood.
The meaning of "blacksmith and scholar" is not clear. It could possibly refer to Elihu Burritt, an American blacksmith who later became a diplomat, philanthropist and social activist. Burritt lived in England between 1846-1853 and again in 1864-1868, and he toured the UK, including Scotland giving talks.
When matched side by side the sheets form a whole image.
Printing
Scotland Glasgow.