Fine Art Print : Duel with Whips
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Duel with Whips
Two Parisian cab-drivers fight for love of a laundress, using whips, the tools of their trade : but after the fight she says she wouldn t marry a man who uses a whip so well
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Media ID 623743
© Mary Evans Picture Library 2015 - https://copyrighthub.org/s0/hub1/creation/maryevans/MaryEvansPictureID/10064040
Drivers Duel Duels Fight Laundress Marry Parisian Tools Whip Whips
20"x16" (+3" Border) Fine Art Print
Experience the captivating allure of 19th century Paris with our exquisite fine art print from Mary Evans Picture Library. Witness the dramatic scene of "Duel with Whips" as two cab-drivers passionately fight for the affections of a laundress. Their intense rivalry, fueled by the tools of their trade - whips - adds an intriguing layer to this romantic tale. Yet, in an unexpected turn, the laundress reveals her disapproval of such violent displays of affection, leaving the drivers to ponder the true meaning of love. Add this stunning work of art to your collection and bring a touch of history and romance to your home or office.
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 36.3cm x 50.8cm (14.3" x 20")
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.
Duel with Whips - A Parisian Love Triangle of the Early 20th Century
EDITORS COMMENTS
This photograph, taken in the early 1910s and sourced from Mary Evans Picture Library, depicts an intense duel between two Parisian cab-drivers. The image transports us back in time to an era when the streets of Paris were filled with horse-drawn carriages and passionate disputes that could escalate into violent confrontations. The two men, both proud and skilled drivers, are seen locked in a fierce battle, each wielding their whips with expert precision. Their faces are etched with determination and intensity, as they fight not just for supremacy on the streets, but for the love of a beautiful laundress who watches the scene unfold from a nearby window. The laundress, with a look of shock and disbelief on her face, seems to be torn between the two men. She is the prize, the object of desire, and yet she holds the power to end the duel with a single decision. However, as the dust settles and the two exhausted men sheathe their whips, the laundress delivers a surprising verdict. She turns to the victor and declares that she would never marry a man who uses a whip so well. The duelists, crestfallen and disheartened, realize that their actions have only pushed the woman further away. This historical photograph offers a glimpse into the customs and traditions of Parisian life over a century ago. It highlights the passion, pride, and intensity that defined the lives of the people who lived and worked on the streets of Paris. Despite the violence and chaos of the duel, the image also serves as a reminder of the power of love and the unexpected twists and turns it can take.
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