Photo Mug : Absinthe equals fame, money, women
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Absinthe equals fame, money, women
Fame, wealth, love... all for the price of an absinthe. Date: 1908
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Absinthe Alcohol Alcoholic Demon Drunk Fame Gent Peril Price Spirit Vert Wealth Delusion Delusional
Large Photo Mug (15 oz)
"Add a touch of vintage glamour to your daily routine with our Media Storehouse Photo Mugs. Featuring an exquisite image from Mary Evans Prints Online, this mug showcases the iconic caption "Absinthe equals fame, money, women" from 1908. Embrace the allure of the past as you savor your favorite beverage from this beautifully designed mug. A perfect gift for history enthusiasts, absinthe lovers, or anyone who appreciates the elegance of a bygone era."
Elevate your coffee or tea experience with our premium white ceramic mug. Its wide, comfortable handle makes drinking easy, and you can rely on it to be both microwave and dishwasher safe. Sold in single units, preview may show both sides of the same mug so you can see how the picture wraps around.
Elevate your coffee or tea experience with our premium white ceramic mug. Its wide, comfortable handle makes drinking easy, and you can rely on it to be both microwave and dishwasher safe. Sold in single units, preview may show both sides of the same mug so you can see how the picture wraps around.
These are individually made so all sizes are approximate
EDITORS COMMENTS
Absinthe: The Elixir of Fame, Wealth, and Love (1908) This image from the annals of the 1900s depicts a dapper gentleman, lost in the intoxicating allure of an absinthe glass. The green spirit, synonymous with fame, wealth, and love, swirls enticingly within the glass, beckoning the man to succumb to its delusional embrace. The price of such intoxication, however, comes with peril. The year is 1908, an era when absinthe, the notorious 'Green Fairy,' held a powerful grip on the collective consciousness. The drink, with its mystical reputation, was believed to grant its imbibers extraordinary creativity, seductive charm, and even the ability to see into the future. Yet, beneath the surface of this tantalizing promise lay a dangerous and delusional reality. The man in the photograph, with a bewildered expression and a glass of the emerald elixir in hand, seems to be on the brink of succumbing to the intoxicating effects of the spirit. His befuddled gaze, clouded by the delusion of grandeur, reveals the perilous nature of the drink. Absinthe, the 'demon in a bottle,' was notorious for its psychoactive effects, which often led to hallucinations, addiction, and even madness. Despite the known risks, the allure of absinthe was too strong to resist for many, including the wealthy and famous of the time. The spirit, with its promise of fame, wealth, and love, seemed to offer an escape from the mundane realities of life. However, as this image poignantly illustrates, the price of such an escape was often a steep one, with consequences that could be as perilous as they were delusional.
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