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Canvas Print : Cartoon, Mr Briggss Pleasures of Housekeeping
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Cartoon, Mr Briggss Pleasures of Housekeeping
Cartoon, Mr Briggss Pleasures of Housekeeping -- Irish labourers employed to build a house. Date: circa 1850
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Media ID 20143489
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1850s Briggs Build Builder Builders Employed Housekeeping Labourers Ladder Manual Operations Pleasures Punch Satire Satirical Scaffolding Worker
20"x16" (51x41cm) Canvas Print
Introduce a touch of whimsy and nostalgia to your home decor with our exquisite Canvas Prints from Media Storehouse, featuring the charming cartoon "Mr Briggs' Pleasures of Housekeeping" by Mary Evans Prints Online. This delightful illustration, circa 1850, captures the essence of Irish laborers at work building a house, bringing a sense of history and character to any room. Our high-quality canvas prints are meticulously crafted to bring out the intricate details and vibrant colors of this classic cartoon, ensuring a stunning addition to your personal collection or as a thoughtful gift for a loved one. Experience the joy of owning a piece of history that adds both charm and conversation to your space.
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 50.8cm x 40.6cm (20" x 16")
These are individually made so all sizes are approximate
Artwork printed orientated as per the preview above, with landscape (horizontal) orientation to match the source image.
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Mr. Briggs' Pleasures of Housekeeping: A Humorous Take on Victorian House Building, circa 1850 This cartoon, titled "Mr. Briggs' Pleasures of Housekeeping," offers a satirical glimpse into the world of Victorian house building through the eyes of Irish laborers. The image, created around 1850, depicts a group of hardworking men constructing a house using traditional scaffolding and various building tools. The scene is filled with a sense of camaraderie and determination, as the men work in unison to complete their task. At the center of the image, a man identified as Mr. Briggs stands proudly, overseeing the operation with a smug expression on his face. He appears to be enjoying the process of house building, perhaps even finding pleasure in the chaos and noise that comes with it. However, the title of the cartoon suggests that there may be more to this scene than meets the eye. The term "housekeeping" in the title is a double entendre, referring both to the act of managing a household and to the physical process of building a house. Mr. Briggs, the homeowner, is depicted as taking pleasure in both aspects, while the laborers toil away to bring his vision to life. The use of Irish laborers in the cartoon adds an interesting layer to the image. At the time, Irish immigrants were a common sight in the construction industry in Britain, and their labor was often exploited. The cartoon does not explicitly comment on this issue, but the depiction of the men working tirelessly while Mr. Briggs enjoys the fruits of their labor may be a subtle commentary on the power dynamics at play. Overall, "Mr. Briggs' Pleasures of Housekeeping" is a fascinating snapshot of Victorian house building, offering a humorous and thought-provoking perspective on the construction process and the roles of those involved.
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