Canvas Print : Joke Over by John Gordon
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Joke Over by John Gordon
A glum looking jester sits in a prison cell attached to a ball and chain
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Media ID 4360482
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Attached Cell Chain Glum Gordon Jester Joke Prison Sits 1935
20"x16" (51x41cm) Canvas Print
"Bring the haunting beauty of 'Joke Over' by John Gordon to your home with our Media Storehouse Canvas Prints. This evocative image, featuring a glum jester in a prison cell, is brought to you by Rights Managed from Mary Evans Prints Online. Our premium canvas prints are meticulously crafted to bring out every detail of this powerful artwork, ensuring a stunning addition to any room. Add a touch of history and intrigue to your space with this captivating piece."
Delivered stretched and ready to hang our premium quality canvas prints are made from a polyester/cotton blend canvas and stretched over a 1.25" (32mm) kiln dried knot free wood stretcher bar. Packaged in a plastic bag and secured to a cardboard insert for safe transit.
Canvas Prints add colour, depth and texture to any space. Professionally Stretched Canvas over a hidden Wooden Box Frame and Ready to Hang
Estimated Product Size is 40.6cm x 50.8cm (16" x 20")
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.
Joke Over - A Melancholic Jester in Chains and Solitude
EDITORS COMMENTS
This evocative photograph, titled "Joke Over," captures the poignant image of a jester, a figure once synonymous with merriment and amusement, now confined within the cold, unforgiving walls of a prison cell. The jester, dressed in traditional motley attire, sits dejectedly with a ball and chain shackled to his ankles. His once vibrant and expressive face is now etched with the lines of deep sadness and despair. The photograph, taken by renowned British photographer John Gordon in 1935, offers a stark contrast to the traditional portrayal of jesters as carefree and jovial entertainers. Instead, it presents a historical perspective of the jester as a human being, subjected to the same trials and tribulations as the rest of society. The use of the ball and chain, an instrument of punishment and confinement, adds to the somber mood of the image. It serves as a reminder that even those who brought joy and laughter to others could be subjected to the harsh realities of life. The photograph is a powerful commentary on the fleeting nature of happiness and the inevitability of suffering. It invites viewers to reflect on the complexities of human emotions and the importance of empathy and compassion towards all. John Gordon's "Joke Over" is a haunting and thought-provoking image that transcends the boundaries of time and continues to resonate with audiences today. It is a poignant reminder of the human condition and the enduring power of art to evoke emotion and provoke thought. This photograph is available for rights-managed licensing through Mary Evans Picture Library. It can be used for a variety of purposes, including editorial, educational, and creative projects, subject to the terms and conditions of the license agreement.
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