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The image shows a piece of light beige or cream-colored paper with a handwritten note and a printed poem. The handwritten note at the top reads "Conclusion 1957." Below that, there is a printed poem titled "Notes from rhymes called 'Things As They Ain' Walter Raleigh." The poem consists of two stanzas:

1. "Although the world is fair to see,
   The artist will not let it be.
   He fiddles with the works of God,
   And makes them look uncommon odd."
2. "The artist uses honest paint,
   To represent things as they ain't.
   He then asks money for the time
   It took to perpetrate the crime."

The poem appears to be discussing the role of an artist and their creative interpretation of reality, suggesting that artists play with the natural world and charge for their work. The paper shows some wear and tear, including a small tear on the left side of the poem.

The image shows a beige postcard or card with a handwritten inscription at the top right corner that reads "Condorros 2 1897." Below this, there is a printed excerpt from rhymes titled "Things As They Ain'" by Walter Raleigh. The text reads:

Although the world is fair to see,
The artist will not let it be.
He fiddles with the works of God,
And makes them look uncommon odd.

The artist uses honest paint,
To represent things as they ain't.
He then asks money for the time
It took to perpetrate the crime.

The card appears to be old and has some visible wear and tear, including stains and discoloration. The surrounding background is a neutral gray color.

This image displays a vintage, off-white rectangular card, likely made of paper or thin cardboard, resting on a plain gray surface. The card shows signs of age, such as slight discoloration and minor surface imperfections.

Affixed to the center of the card is a smaller, rectangular, light-brown piece of paper. On this piece of paper is a typed poem, with the title and attribution also typed at the top:

Notes from rhymes called “Things As They Ain’t” / after Raleigh:

The poem itself is presented in two stanzas:

Although the world is fair to see,
The artist will not let it be.
He fiddles with the works of God,
And makes them look uncommon odd.

The artist uses honest paint,
To represent things as they ain’t.
He then asks money for the time
It took to perpetrate the crime.

The text is set in a classic typewriter font, and the lines are left-aligned. Three small, decorative diamond symbols (◊) are typed below the poem, horizontally aligned.

Above this pasted paper, handwritten in elegant, flowing cursive script, are the words:

Conclusions 2 K.S.T.

The handwriting appears in a sepia or brown ink, contrasting with the typed black text. The overall presentation suggests a personal note, a literary memento, or perhaps a card from a collection, combining typed text with a handwritten annotation. The message is a satirical take on art and artists, playfully critiquing their creative liberties and commercial motives.

The image shows a rectangular piece of paper with text printed on it. The paper is beige in color and has a slightly worn appearance, suggesting it is old. The text is written in a cursive style and appears to be a poem or a quote. The words "Conditions of K.S.T.7" are written at the top in a larger font, while the rest of the text is in a smaller font. The text reads: "Notes from rhymes called 'Things As They Ain' Walter Raleigh: Although the world is fair to see, The artist will not let it be. He fiddles with the works of God, And makes them look uncommon odd. The artist uses honest paint, To represent things as they ain't. He then asks money for the time It took to perpetrate the crime."

The image shows a piece of paper that is slightly damaged. It is on a gray background. There is a poem written on the paper. The poem is titled "Things As They Ain't" by Walter Raleigh. The poem talks about an artist who uses honest paint to represent things as they are. However, the artist then asks for money for the time it took to create the artwork, which the poet considers a crime. The paper has some stains and marks on it, and the edges are slightly torn.

The image shows a page from a book or manuscript, featuring a handwritten title at the top: "Contempas 2 KS.7" in a cursive script. Below the title, there is a block of typed text that appears to be a poem or a literary excerpt attributed to "Walter Raleigh". The text reads:

**Although the world is fair to see,
The artist will not let it be.
He fiddles with the works of God,
And makes them look uncommon odd.

The artist uses honest paint,
To represent things as they ain't.
He then asks money for the time
It took to perpetrate the crime.**

The page has a light, aged, and slightly worn appearance, suggesting it may be from an older or vintage publication. The text is centered and formatted neatly, with a clean and formal layout. The overall tone of the excerpt is critical, reflecting on the nature of artistic representation and the commercialization of art. The page is set against a plain, neutral background, emphasizing the content itself.

The image presents a vintage, yellowed piece of paper featuring a poem titled "Things As They Ain' alter Raleigh." The poem is written in black ink on the paper, which appears to be aged and worn. The paper has a rectangular shape with a slightly irregular edge on the left side, suggesting that it may have been torn from a larger document or book.

The poem itself is divided into four stanzas, each consisting of four lines. The text is written in a clear, cursive font, making it easy to read. The poem's theme revolves around the idea that the world is not as it seems, and that things are not always what they appear to be. The speaker suggests that the artist uses honest paint to represent things as they ain't, implying that the artist is trying to convey a message or truth that is not immediately apparent.

The background of the image is a plain gray color, which helps to highlight the yellowed paper and the black ink of the poem. Overall, the image presents a unique and intriguing piece of art that invites the viewer to reflect on the nature of reality and perception.

The image is a beige card with a poem printed on it. The poem is titled "Things As They Ain't" and is attributed to Walter Raleigh. The poem reads:

"Although the world is fair to see,
The artist will not let it be.
He fiddles with the works of God,
And makes them look uncommon odd.

The artist uses honest paint,
To represent things as they ain't.
He then asks money for the time
It took to perpetrate the crime."

The card has a handwritten note at the top that reads "Confessions of K.S.T." in brown ink. The background of the image is a plain gray color.

The image depicts a yellowed card with a poem pasted on it, set against a gray background. The card is rectangular and has a light yellow color with some darker spots and stains.

• The card features handwritten text at the top, which reads "Conklin & Co 1857" in brown ink.
• Below the handwritten text, there is a rectangular piece of paper pasted onto the card, containing a poem titled "Lines from rhymes called 'Things As They Ain' Walter Raleigh:".
  • The poem consists of eight lines, divided into two stanzas of four lines each.
  • The first stanza reads:
    • Although the world is fair to see,
    • The artist will not let it be.
    • He fiddles with the works of God,
    • And makes them look uncommon odd.
  • The second stanza reads:
    • The artist uses honest paint,
    • To represent things as they ain't.
    • He then asks money for the time
    • It took to perpetrate the crime.
  • The poem is written in black text, with some decorative elements at the bottom.
• The overall appearance of the card suggests that it is an old, possibly antique, item.

The image presents a unique and intriguing piece of history, with the poem offering a commentary on the role of artists and their representation of reality.

The image presents a vintage, yellowed paper with a poem printed on it. The paper is rectangular and features a light brown color with darker brown spots scattered throughout.

• Handwritten Text
  • At the top of the paper, there is handwritten text in brown ink that reads "Condonias 2 165.7".
• Poem
  • Below the handwritten text, a poem is printed in black ink. The poem is attributed to Walter Raleigh and is titled "Things As They Ain".
  • The poem consists of two stanzas:
    • The first stanza reads:
      • Although the world is fair to see,
      • The artist will not let it be.
      • He fiddles with the works of God,
      • And makes them look uncommon odd.
    • The second stanza reads:
      • The artist uses honest paint,
      • To represent things as they ain't.
      • He then asks money for the time
      • It took to perpetrate the crime.
• Background
  • The background of the image is a solid gray color, providing a neutral backdrop for the yellowed paper.

In summary, the image showcases a vintage paper with a poem printed on it, attributed to Walter Raleigh. The poem explores the idea that artists often distort reality in their work and then ask for payment for doing so. The paper itself has a yellowed appearance with handwritten text at the top and is set against a solid gray background.