Fine Art Print : Grandville / Marriage Mart
Fine Art Prints from Mary Evans Picture Library
Grandville / Marriage Mart
the Marriage Market
Mary Evans Picture Library makes available wonderful images created for people to enjoy over the centuries
Media ID 623825
© Mary Evans Picture Library 2015 - https://copyrighthub.org/s0/hub1/creation/maryevans/MaryEvansPictureID/10064378
1841 Babies Bored Comments Grandville Mart Satirical Ugly Waiting
20"x16" (+3" Border) Fine Art Print
Introducing the exquisite collection of Fine Art Prints from Media Storehouse, featuring this timeless masterpiece, "The Marriage Mart" by Mary Evans Picture Library. This captivating image by Mary Grandville, originally published in 1860, offers a humorous yet insightful commentary on the Victorian marriage market. Each print is meticulously reproduced with the utmost care and attention to detail, ensuring the vibrant colors and intricate lines remain true to the original artwork. Bring the elegance and charm of the past into your modern home with our Fine Art Prints, perfect for adding a touch of sophistication and character to any room. Experience the beauty and history of "The Marriage Mart" like never before.
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 37.6cm x 50.8cm (14.8" 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
This satirical print by Grandville titled "Marriage Mart" takes us back to 1841, offering a glimpse into the historical customs and attitudes surrounding marriage during that time. The scene depicts a bustling market where babies are lined up, waiting to be chosen as potential spouses. The babies look bored and uninterested, highlighting the absurdity of treating marriage like a transaction.
Grandville's sharp wit is evident in this piece as he critiques the shallow focus on beauty and superficial qualities in choosing a life partner. The ugly truth behind societal expectations and pressures to conform to certain standards of attractiveness is laid bare in this humorous yet thought-provoking image.
As we reflect on how far we've come in terms of gender equality and individual autonomy in relationships, it's important to remember the history behind these customs and traditions. This print serves as a reminder of how far we've evolved from such archaic practices while also prompting us to consider how much further we still have to go.
Overall, "Marriage Mart" is not just a whimsical work of art but also a commentary on human nature and society's obsession with appearances. It challenges us to question our own biases and preconceptions when it comes to love and relationships.
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