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Fleet Marriages (engraving)
2786949 Fleet Marriages (engraving) by Browne, Hablot Knight (Phiz) (1815-92) (after); Private Collection; (add.info.: Fleet Marriages. Illustration for The Chronicles of Crime or The New Newgate Calendar by Camden Pelham with original drawings by Phiz (Thomas Tegg, 1841).); © Look and Learn
Media ID 23457744
© Look and Learn / Bridgeman Images
20"x16" (+3" Border) Fine Art Print
Experience the timeless beauty of art with our exquisite selection from the Media Storehouse range of Fine Art Prints. This captivating engraving, titled "Fleet Marriages" by Hablot Knight Browne (Phiz), showcases a fascinating moment in history. Browne's masterful interpretation of this private collection piece, originally created in the 19th century, invites you to explore the intricacies of the intriguing world of Fleet Marriages. Add a touch of history and elegance to your home or office with this stunning Fine Art Print from Media Storehouse.
20x16 image printed on 26x22 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 40.6cm x 50.1cm (16" x 19.7")
Estimated Product Size is 55.9cm x 66cm (22" x 26")
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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This print captures the essence of Fleet Marriages, a notorious chapter in history filled with intrigue and scandal. The engraving, created by Browne, Hablot Knight (Phiz) in 1815-92, depicts a scene from The Chronicles of Crime or The New Newgate Calendar by Camden Pelham. The image transports us back to the dark underbelly of London's past, where clandestine unions known as "Fleet Marriages" took place. These secret ceremonies were conducted at the Fleet Prison during the 17th and 18th centuries when marriage laws were more relaxed than elsewhere in England. Couples would flock to this infamous location seeking quick nuptials without legal complications. The engraving showcases Phiz's exceptional talent for capturing both the drama and emotion surrounding these illicit unions. Through intricate details and masterful shading techniques, he brings to life a moment charged with anticipation and forbidden love. This print serves as a reminder of how crime can often intertwine with romance throughout history. It is an intriguing glimpse into an era when desperate lovers risked everything for their happily ever after. Displayed proudly in private collections worldwide, this iconic artwork continues to captivate viewers with its historical significance and artistic brilliance. As we gaze upon it today, we are transported back to a time when Fleet Marriages held both infamy and allure within society's collective imagination.
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