Framed Print : Artists Model & Beggar

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Artists Model & Beggar

James Turner a beggar aged 93 who made a lucrative living even posing as an artists model for Sir Joshua Reynolds & Nathaniel Hone at the rate of a shilling an hour

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Media ID 588913

© Mary Evans Picture Library 2015 - https://copyrighthub.org/s0/hub1/creation/maryevans/MaryEvansPictureID/10171422

1657 1750 Age D Beggar Beggars Brooch Charity Clasp Community Hone Hour Joshua Living Nathaniel Posing Rate Shilling Turner Made

22"x18" Modern Frame

Introducing the captivating "Artists Model & Beggar" print from the Media Storehouse Framed Prints collection, brought to you by Mary Evans Picture Library via Mary Evans Prints Online. This evocative image tells the intriguing story of James Turner, a 93-year-old beggar who turned heads in 18th-century London by posing as an artist's model for renowned painters Sir Joshua Reynolds and Nathaniel Hone. At the impressive hourly rate of a shilling, Turner's unique livelihood added an unexpected element to the art world. Our carefully curated Framed Prints showcase this intriguing historical anecdote, allowing you to bring a piece of art history into your home. Each print is expertly framed to preserve and enhance the image's beauty, making it a perfect addition to any room. Embrace the rich history and intrigue behind "Artists Model & Beggar" and add this stunning piece to your collection today.

20x16 Print in an MDF Wooden Frame with 180 gsm Satin Finish Paper. Glazed using shatter proof thin plexiglass. Frame thickness is 1 inch and depth 0.75 inch. Fluted cardboard backing held with clips. Supplied ready to hang with sawtooth hanger and rubber bumpers. Spot clean with a damp cloth. Packaged foam wrapped in a card.

Contemporary Framed and Mounted Prints - Professionally Made and Ready to Hang

Estimated Image Size (if not cropped) is 45.7cm x 50.8cm (18" x 20")

Estimated Product Size is 45.7cm x 55.9cm (18" x 22")

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.

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> Arts > Artists > H > Nathaniel Hone

> Arts > Artists > R > Joshua Reynolds

EDITORS COMMENTS
This evocative image captures the intriguing story of James Turner, a 93-year-old beggar who made an unexpected living in 18th century London as an artist's model for Sir Joshua Reynolds and Nathaniel Hone. Dressed in a tattered coat and clutching a small brooch, Turner posed for hours on end, earning a shilling for each session. His age and distinctive beard made him a popular figure among the artistic community, and his presence added authenticity to the paintings that would hang in the homes of the wealthy. The image, taken from the Mary Evans Picture Library, transports us back in time to an era when the line between charity and community was not so clearly defined. Turner's story challenges our perceptions of poverty and the role of art in society during this period. The fur collar on his coat suggests that he may have received some assistance from charitable organizations, but his ability to earn a living through modeling indicates a level of agency and resourcefulness. The clasp on Turner's brooch is a poignant reminder of the personal stories and histories that lie behind such seemingly simple objects. This photograph offers a glimpse into the complexities of life in 18th century London and the unexpected ways that individuals could make a living, even in the most unlikely of circumstances. Sir Joshua Reynolds (1723-1792) was a prominent British painter, known for his portraits of the British aristocracy, while Nathaniel Hone (1718-1784) was a painter and printmaker, known for his satirical works. The fact that they chose to use a beggar as a model speaks to the diverse range of influences and experiences that shaped their art.

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