Fine Art Print : Argument against Chunnel
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Argument against Chunnel
An argument against the Channel Tunnel - being cooped up with a snoring Frenchman smelling of frogs legs and garlic for as long as it takes to pass from Calais to Dover ! Date: 1882
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Media ID 7136501
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1882 Argument Calais Channel Chunnel Dover French Man Initiative Passengers Personal Sleeping Smelling Snoring Space Tunnel Tunnels Xenophobia Xenophobic
20"x16" (+3" Border) Fine Art Print
Step into the world of historical satire with our latest addition to the Media Storehouse Fine Art Prints collection. This humorous illustration, titled "Argument against Chunnel," dates back to 1882 and depicts the playful argument against the Channel Tunnel. Imagine the scene: a cranky traveler, clearly displeased with the prospect of sharing a confined space with a snoring Frenchman, who is happily munching on frogs legs and garlic. This print, sourced from the esteemed Mary Evans Prints Online, is not only a delightful piece of art but also a fascinating glimpse into the past. Add a touch of whimsy and historical charm to your home or office with this one-of-a-kind 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.
Our fine art prints are high-quality prints made using a paper called Photo Rag. This 100% cotton rag fibre paper is known for its exceptional image sharpness, rich colors, and high level of detail, making it a popular choice for professional photographers and artists. Photo rag paper is our clear recommendation for a fine art paper print. If you can afford to spend more on a higher quality paper, then Photo Rag is our clear recommendation for a fine art paper print.
Estimated Image Size (if not cropped) is 50.8cm x 35.6cm (20" x 14")
Estimated Product Size is 66cm x 55.9cm (26" x 22")
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.
EDITORS COMMENTS
A fiery debate ensues in this Victorian-era illustration, as passengers on a train argue against the proposed construction of the Channel Tunnel between Calais and Dover. The cramped quarters of the railway carriage provide little respite from the irritating presence of a snoring Frenchman, whose pungent aroma of garlic and frogs legs wafts through the air. The English passengers express their xenophobic sentiments, fretting about the prospect of being cooped up with their French counterparts for an extended period of time. The idea of sharing such a confined space with strangers, especially those with unpleasant habits, was a daunting prospect for many in the 1880s. The argument against the Channel Tunnel initiative intensifies, as the passengers voice their concerns about personal space and cultural differences. The illustration captures the tension and unease surrounding the idea of international travel and the potential for cultural clashes. Despite these reservations, the Channel Tunnel was eventually built and opened in 1994, revolutionizing transportation between Europe and the UK and bringing people closer together, albeit with more comfortable and odor-free conditions.
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