Fine Art Print : Billingsgate Brutes
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Billingsgate Brutes
A genre scene, seemingly charming. In reality a young woman at a doorway is intimidated by two stout Billingsgate fishwives into buying their stinking fish
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Media ID 4359150
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1795 Billingsgate Buying Charming Door Way Fish Wives Genre Reality Seemingly Stinking Stout Intimidated
20"x16" (+3" Border) Fine Art Print
Step into the vibrant world of Billingsgate Market with our latest addition to the Media Storehouse Fine Art Prints collection. This captivating genre scene, sourced from Mary Evans Prints Online, showcases the lively interaction between a young woman and two stout Billingsgate fishwives. The charming exterior belies the reality of the situation, as the woman is persuasively coaxed into purchasing their fresh yet pungent catch. Add this evocative print to your home or office décor and bring the rich history and culture of Billingsgate Market into your space. Each print is carefully produced using high-quality materials, ensuring a stunning and long-lasting addition to your collection.
20x16 image printed on 26x22 Fine Art Rag Paper with 3" (76mm) white border. Our Fine Art Prints are printed on 300gsm 100% acid free, PH neutral paper with archival properties. This printing method is used by museums and art collections to exhibit photographs and art reproductions.
Our fine art prints are high-quality prints made using a paper called Photo Rag. This 100% cotton rag fibre paper is known for its exceptional image sharpness, rich colors, and high level of detail, making it a popular choice for professional photographers and artists. Photo rag paper is our clear recommendation for a fine art paper print. If you can afford to spend more on a higher quality paper, then Photo Rag is our clear recommendation for a fine art paper print.
Estimated Image Size (if not cropped) is 36.4cm x 50.8cm (14.3" x 20")
Estimated Product Size is 55.9cm x 66cm (22" x 26")
These are individually made so all sizes are approximate
Artwork printed orientated as per the preview above, with portrait (vertical) orientation to match the source image.
EDITORS COMMENTS
1. Title: "Billingsgate Brutes: A Charming Scene of Intimidation in 18th Century London" This evocative print, hailing from the annals of 1795, captures the bustling energy of Billingsgate Market in London, a hub of commerce and trade. The scene appears charming at first glance, with the sun casting a warm, golden light over the cobblestone street and the vibrant colors of the fish stalls. However, upon closer inspection, the true nature of this encounter reveals itself. At the doorway of a quaint, half-timbered house, a young woman stands hesitantly, her delicate features etched with a mixture of apprehension and determination. Two stout Billingsgate fishwives, their faces weathered by years of toil and the harsh elements, loom behind her, their arms laden with freshly caught fish. Their expressions are unyielding, their gazes unwavering. The fishwives, known for their formidable presence and no-nonsense attitude, were a common sight in the Billingsgate area. They were renowned for their intimidating tactics, employing various methods to ensure the sale of their wares. In this scene, the young woman is being coerced into buying the stinking fish, her resistance faltering under the relentless pressure. Despite its seemingly charming exterior, this print offers a glimpse into the harsh realities of life in 18th century London. It serves as a reminder of the resilience and tenacity of the people who lived and worked in this bustling metropolis, where the line between charm and intimidation could be blurred. The print, a testament to the rich history of Billingsgate Market and the colorful characters that populated it, continues to captivate and intrigue viewers, offering a glimpse into a bygone era.
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