Fine Art Print : Mother Skinflint / Thrift
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Mother Skinflint / Thrift
MOTHER SKINFLINT, THE THRIFTY HOUSEWIFE You re a genius for saving! Yes, everyone knows. You would skin a flint and starve the crows
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Media ID 4340354
© Mary Evans Picture Library 2015 - https://copyrighthub.org/s0/hub1/creation/maryevans/MaryEvansPictureID/10180904
Crows Dour Flint Genius House Wife Miserable Misers Money Ragged Saving Scraps Skin Starve Thrift Tight Thrifty
21"x14" (+3" Border) Fine Art Print
Introducing the captivating Mother Skinflint print from the Media Storehouse Fine Art Prints collection, brought to you in collaboration with Mary Evans Prints Online. This humorous and intriguing image of a thrifty housewife, affectionately known as Mother Skinflint, is a delightful addition to any home decor. With her clever ways of saving and resourcefulness, she continues to inspire and amuse generations. Bring a touch of whimsy and nostalgia to your living space with this exquisitely printed and framed artwork. Each print is meticulously crafted to preserve the original artwork's vibrant colors and intricate details, ensuring a stunning and timeless piece for your collection.
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.
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 29.8cm x 53.3cm (11.7" x 21")
Estimated Product Size is 50.8cm x 68.6cm (20" 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 historical print captures the essence of Mother Skinflint, the thrifty housewife of the 19th century. Known for her genius in saving every penny possible, she was a master at stretching a dollar and making ends meet. With a dour expression and ragged appearance, Mother Skinflint would skin a flint and starve the crows before parting with her hard-earned money.
In an era where resources were scarce and poverty was rampant, Mother Skinflint's tight grip on her finances was both admirable and necessary. She would scrimp and save, never wasting even the smallest scraps or leftovers. Her reputation as one of history's greatest misers preceded her wherever she went.
Despite her miserly ways, there is something to be said for Mother Skinflint's thriftiness. In a time when luxuries were few and far between, she knew how to make do with what she had. Her cat-like ability to hoard and conserve served as a lesson to all who crossed paths with her.
This print serves as a reminder of the value of frugality and resourcefulness in times of hardship. Mother Skinflint may have been miserable in her pursuit of savings, but her legacy lives on as a testament to the power of thriftiness in even the most challenging circumstances.
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