Fine Art Print : Chamberpot Emptied
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Chamberpot Emptied
Just in Time ! To empty the chamberpot out of the bedroom window is socially acceptable, but to do so on the head of a gentleman caller shows lack of consideration
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Media ID 580430
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1830 Accident Accidents Bed Room Caller Chamber Emptied Empty Gentleman Lack Loos Personal Toilet Visitor Chamber Pot Consideration Socially
20"x20" (+3" Border) Fine Art Print
Introducing the exquisite 'Chamberpot Emptied' fine art print from the Media Storehouse collection, brought to you by Mary Evans Picture Library from Mary Evans Prints Online. This captivating 19th-century illustration offers a humorous and intriguing glimpse into the past, showcasing a moment of unexpected inconvenience. Add a touch of historical charm to your home decor or office space with this witty and intriguing piece. A must-have for those who appreciate the quirks and nuances of history. Order now and bring a piece of the past into your present!
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.
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 17.7cm x 36.3cm (7" x 14.3")
Estimated Product Size is 33cm x 68.6cm (13" x 27")
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.
EDITORS COMMENTS
This intriguing photograph, titled "Chamberpot Emptied (Just in Time!)", depicts a rather awkward and humorous moment in 19th century English history. The image, taken circa 1830, shows a man leaning out of an open bedroom window, emptying the contents of a chamber pot onto the ground below. The chamberpot, a common household item used for personal hygiene before the widespread availability of indoor plumbing, was typically emptied out of windows or into privies. However, the gentleman in this photograph seems to have misjudged the timing of his emptying, as a visitor stands below, unaware of the impending shower. The gentleman's lack of consideration is evident in the surprised and displeased expression on the visitor's face. This historical snapshot offers a glimpse into the personal and often unsanitary realities of daily life during this time period. While emptying a chamberpot out of a window may have been socially acceptable, aiming it at a gentleman caller was not. This accidental mishap serves as a reminder of the importance of consideration and timing, even in the most private of moments. The photograph, from the extensive collection of Mary Evans Picture Library, is a fascinating window into the past and a humorous reminder of the quirks and challenges of history. It is not to be confused with commercial use or modern depictions of chamber pots, but rather a genuine historical artifact that offers a unique perspective on the daily lives of people in the 1800s.
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