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Farming for Ladies (colour litho)
961233 Farming for Ladies (colour litho) by Leech, John (1817-64) (after); Private Collection; (add.info.: Punchs Pocket Book, 1845, with an image titled Farming for Ladies, by John Leech, depicting a lady in a wheeled chair, with attending footmen, pouring swill for the pigs with a long-handled ladle, while inappropriately attired women carry out various duties around the farm.); © Look and Learn
Media ID 23527560
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20"x20" (+3" Border) Fine Art Print
Add a touch of vintage charm to your home decor with Media Storehouse's exquisite range of Fine Art Prints. This captivating piece, titled "Farming for Ladies" by John Leech, is a color lithograph inspired by an image that originally appeared in Punch's Pocket Book in 1845. The humorous and intriguing depiction of ladies engaging in farming activities is a delightful nod to the past. Bring this timeless work of art into your living space and enjoy its enchanting details every day.
21x7 image printed on 27x13 Fine Art Rag Paper with 3" (76mm) white border. Our Fine Art Prints are printed on 300gsm 100% acid free, PH neutral paper with archival properties. This printing method is used by museums and art collections to exhibit photographs and art reproductions.
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Estimated Image Size (if not cropped) is 42.8cm x 17.7cm (16.9" x 7")
Estimated Product Size is 68.6cm x 33cm (27" x 13")
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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This vibrant and comical lithograph titled "Farming for Ladies" by John Leech takes us back to the 19th century, offering a satirical glimpse into the world of agriculture through a humorous lens. The image showcases a lady in an elegant wheeled chair, accompanied by her attending footmen, engaging in various farming activities. Amidst the idyllic farm scene, we see this unconventional farmer pouring swill for the pigs using a long-handled ladle. Surrounding her are women dressed in fashionable yet impractical attire, diligently carrying out their duties around the farm. This whimsical portrayal challenges traditional gender roles and highlights societal expectations of femininity during that era. The artist's clever use of satire is evident as he playfully juxtaposes elements such as livestock and agricultural scenes with fashion-forward clothing and luxurious chairs. Through his witty cartoon-style depiction, Leech invites viewers to reflect on social norms while providing entertainment through his amusing illustrations. This print from Punch's Pocket Book (1845) offers an intriguing window into historical perceptions of women's roles within society. It serves as both a testament to artistic creativity and a reminder of how far we have come in terms of gender equality.
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