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The six-mark tea-pot (engraving)
3640696 The six-mark tea-pot (engraving) by Du Maurier, George (1834-96) (after); Private Collection; (add.info.: The six-mark tea-pot. Illustration from Society Pictures by George du Maurier selected from Punch (Bradbury, Agnew & Co, London, 1891). Digitally cleaned image.); Look and Learn / George Collection
Media ID 22981940
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The Six-Mark Tea-Pot - A Satirical Delight of Victorian Society
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. This print showcases "The Six-Mark Tea-Pot" an engraving by the renowned artist George du Maurier. Created in 1891, this humorous and thought-provoking artwork offers a glimpse into the fascinating world of Victorian society. In this satirical drawing, we witness a couple examining an exquisite tea-pot with great admiration. The man, dressed in fashionable attire reflecting the aestheticism movement of the time, appears to be captivated by its beauty. Meanwhile, his bride-to-be studies it with equal fascination, her elegant dress symbolizing the height of Victorian fashion. Du Maurier's clever depiction not only highlights the obsession with material possessions prevalent during that era but also subtly comments on societal norms and expectations surrounding marriage. With wit and irony reminiscent of Oscar Wilde's works, he invites us to question whether love or material wealth takes precedence in such unions. Furthermore, this artwork serves as a cultural bridge between Europe and Asia. The teapot itself is inspired by Chinese ceramics—a testament to Britain's fascination with Eastern culture during that period. Du Maurier masterfully combines elements from both worlds to create a scathing satire on British society while paying homage to German aesthetics. As we delve into this intriguing image captured from Punch magazine, we are transported back in time—immersing ourselves in an era where art served as a mirror reflecting society's values and idiosyncrasies.
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