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Cartoon, The Three Graces -- A New Version (Queen Victoria)
Cartoon, The Three Graces -- A New Version. England, Scotland and Ireland, represented by three female figures posing as the classical Three Graces, hold a diminutive figure of Queen Victoria, and lament that they don t see much of her these days. A comment on Victorias long absence from public view, following the premature death of Prince Albert in 1861. Date: 1874
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Media ID 23361636
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1874 Analogy Canova Comment Graces Metaphor Presence Respect Respectful Scots Version
20"x16" (+3" Border) Fine Art Print
Introducing the latest addition to our Media Storehouse Fine Art Prints collection: Cartoon, The Three Graces -- A New Version by Rights Managed from Mary Evans Prints Online. This captivating print showcases a unique and humorous take on the classical Three Graces, as England, Scotland, and Ireland are depicted as graceful women, each holding a diminutive figure of Queen Victoria. Add a touch of whimsy and historical charm to your space with this exquisite fine art print.
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.
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Estimated Image Size (if not cropped) is 40.6cm x 50.8cm (16" 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.
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This cartoon, titled "The Three Graces -- A New Version: England, Scotland, and Ireland," was published in 1874, during the late Victorian era. The image presents an intriguing analogy of the three British Isles, symbolized as the classical Three Graces, mournfully holding a diminutive figure of Queen Victoria. The poignant scene serves as a comment on the Queen's prolonged absence from public view following the untimely demise of her beloved husband, Prince Albert, in 1861. The Three Graces, revered figures in Greek mythology, were known for their grace, charm, and beauty. In this rendition, they embody the spirit of England, Scotland, and Ireland, respectively. Each figure wears a crown adorned with the national symbols of their respective countries. The English Grace holds a scepter, the Scottish a thistle, and the Irish a shamrock. Their collective expression of concern and longing for the Queen's presence underscores the deep respect and admiration the British people held for their monarch during this challenging time. This evocative cartoon, created in the 1870s, is reminiscent of the famous Canova statue of the Three Graces, which was widely admired during the Victorian era. The artist masterfully employs the metaphor of the Three Graces to convey a sense of unity and shared sentiment among the British people during a period of profound loss and change. The image serves as a poignant reminder of the enduring bond between the monarch and her subjects, even in the face of adversity.
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