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Mansion House Monitor, 1809
Mansion House Monitor, 1809. Cits guzzling at a Mansion House dinner are terrified by the appearance of the ghost of Henry Fitzailwin, first Lord Mayor of London, who warns the degenerate citizens of the dire effects of gluttony and luxury
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Media ID 15169254
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Afraid Alarm Apparition Dining Room Dining Table Dinner Fear Fright Frighten Frightened Frightening Georgian Ghost Gluttony Haunted Haunting Henry Lord Mayor Mansion House Mayor Phantom Rowlandson Scared Spooky Supernatural Terror Thomas Rowlandson Warning
21"x14" (+3" Border) Fine Art Print
Step into the past with our exquisite Fine Art Print from Media Storehouse, featuring the haunting image of "Mansion House Monitor, 1809" by Heritage Images. This stunning print transports you to the heart of historical London, where guests at a grand banquet are startled by the apparition of Henry Fitzailwin, the first Lord Mayor. Add an air of mystery and intrigue to your home or office with this beautifully detailed and evocative work of art. Each print is meticulously produced using the highest quality materials, ensuring vibrant colors and sharp details that bring history to life. Order now and let this captivating print be the conversation starter in your space.
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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This 19th-century etching, titled "Mansion House Monitor, 1809" transports us to a haunting scene in the heart of London. The image depicts a grand dining room at Mansion House, where citizens are indulging in gluttony and luxury during a lavish dinner. However, their merriment is abruptly shattered by the appearance of an eerie figure - the ghost of Henry Fitzailwin, the first Lord Mayor of London. As fear grips the degenerate diners, Fitzailwin's spectral presence serves as a chilling reminder of their excesses. With outstretched arms and an ethereal glow surrounding him, he warns them about the dire consequences that await those who succumb to such vices. This satirical cartoon by Thomas Rowlandson cleverly critiques society's obsession with materialism and overindulgence. The artist skillfully captures both the opulence of Mansion House's interior and the terror on the faces of those present. Vibrant colors bring life to this supernatural encounter within an otherwise elegant setting. The intricate details in furniture and table settings transport viewers back to Georgian England. Preserved at Guildhall Library and Art Gallery, this anonymous print continues to intrigue audiences with its powerful message against gluttony and luxury. It serves as a timeless warning for all generations not to fall prey to excessive desires that may ultimately lead down paths filled with frightful consequences.
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