Premium Framed Print : Mother in Law / Moloch
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Mother in Law / Moloch
A French bell-mere (mother-in- law) depicted as a knife- wielding old misery surrounded by cactuses
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Media ID 602632
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1882 Bell Depicted Knife L Aw Laws Mere Misery Moloch Surrounded Wielding Cactuses
14"x16" Premium Frame
Contemporary style Premium Wooden Frame with 8"x10" Print. Complete with 2" White Mat and 1.25" thick MDF frame. Printed on 260 gsm premium paper. Glazed with shatter proof UV coated acrylic glass. Backing is paper covered backing with rubber bumpers. Supplied ready to hang with a pre-installed sawtooth/wire hanger. Care Instructions: Spot clean with a damp cloth. Securely packaged in a clear plastic bag and envelope in a reinforced cardboard shipper
FSC Real Wood Frame and Double Mounted with White Conservation Mountboard - Professionally Made and Ready to Hang
Estimated Image Size (if not cropped) is 20.3cm x 25.4cm (8" x 10")
Estimated Product Size is 35.6cm x 40.6cm (14" x 16")
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 striking print from Mary Evans Picture Library captures the intriguing and somewhat sinister image of a French mother-in-law, also known as Moloch. Depicted as a knife-wielding old misery surrounded by cactuses, this portrayal is both fascinating and slightly unsettling.
The historical significance of this piece is evident in the way it symbolizes the often tumultuous relationship between mothers-in-law and their daughters-in-law throughout history. The sharpness of the knife held by the figure hints at potential conflict or tension within family dynamics, while the barren landscape of cactuses adds to the sense of isolation and despair.
Dating back to 1882, this depiction of a mother-in-law as Moloch sheds light on societal attitudes towards women in positions of authority within families. The use of symbolism such as knives and cactuses serves to emphasize themes of power struggles, control, and even fear.
Overall, this print offers a thought-provoking glimpse into the complexities of familial relationships and gender dynamics in French society during the late 19th century. It serves as a reminder that even seemingly mundane aspects of everyday life can carry deep historical significance when viewed through a critical lens.
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