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Company shocked at a Lady getting up to Ring the Bell, pub. H
872448 Company shocked at a Lady getting up to Ring the Bell, pub. H. Humphrey, London, 1804 (hand-coloured engraving) by North, Brownlow (1741-1820); Private Collection; The Stapleton Collection; English, out of copyright
Media ID 23243306
© The Stapleton Collection / Bridgeman Images
Bell Chaos Dining Room Dinner Party Etiquette Gallantry Gentleman Gentlemen Guest Guests Havoc Manner Manners Respectability Ringing Shock Society Life Soiree Spilling Dine Overturned Chair
21"x14" (+3" Border) Fine Art Print
Discover the captivating allure of history with our exquisite selection of Fine Art Prints from Bridgeman Images. This mesmerizing piece, titled "Company shocked at a Lady getting up to Ring the Bell, pub. H," is an 1804 hand-coloured engraving by Humphrey. Witness the surprise and intrigue on the faces of the gentlemen as a lady rises to answer the call of the bell in this stunning work of art. Add a touch of history and elegance to your home or office with our high-quality Fine Art Prints.
21x14 image printed on 27x20 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 53.3cm x 35.5cm (21" x 14")
Estimated Product Size is 68.6cm x 50.8cm (27" x 20")
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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In this intriguing hand-coloured engraving titled "Company shocked at a Lady getting up to Ring the Bell" chaos ensues as a lady dares to break societal norms. Published in 1804 by H. Humphrey in London, the image captures a moment of scandalous behavior that sends shockwaves through the elegant dining room. As guests gather for a refined soiree, all seems well until this audacious woman rises from her seat to ring the bell. The gentlemen and their canine companion are left dumbfounded, their faces frozen in disbelief. The scene is one of utter havoc, with an overturned chair and spilled drinks adding to the mayhem. This Georgian-era cartoon serves as both satire and commentary on manners and gallantry during this time period. It highlights society's obsession with respectability and proper etiquette, emphasizing how even small deviations can cause such uproar. The artist, Brownlow North (1741-1820), skillfully captures the expressions of shock on each character's face while maintaining a lighthearted tone throughout. This satirical portrayal challenges traditional gender roles by showcasing un-ladylike behavior in an amusing manner. Through this whimsical print, we are transported back to c19th society life where every action was scrutinized under strict social codes. It reminds us that even seemingly insignificant actions could disrupt the delicate balance of decorum at any dinner party or gathering. Overall, this engraving offers us a glimpse into an era when ringing a bell could
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