Fine Art Print : A woman writes a letter on a somno in a messy

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A woman writes a letter on a somno in a messy

A woman writes a letter on a somno (night table containing a chamberpot) with her feet on a pillow, while her dog chews a lace collar and a cat sleeps on her ballgown. Handcoloured engraving from Pierre de la Mesangeres Le Bon Genre, Paris, 1817

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Media ID 23194626

© Florilegius/Mary Evans

Ballgown Disarray Genre Guitar Letter Mesangere Mess Perfect Perfection Pierre Pillow Satirical Desordre

20"x16" (+3" Border) Fine Art Print

Step into a world of timeless elegance with our exquisite selection of Fine Art Prints from Media Storehouse. This captivating image, "A woman writes a letter on a somno," beautifully captures the essence of Victorian charm. The woman, engrossed in her correspondence, sits comfortably at her night table, a chamberpot discreetly nearby. Her pet dog playfully chews on a lace collar, while her cat dozes peacefully on the crumpled ballgown at her feet. This evocative scene, rights managed through Mary Evans Prints Online, is a must-have for any art lover seeking to add a touch of history and sophistication to their home decor.

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 50.4cm x 40.6cm (19.8" x 16")

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.

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EDITORS COMMENTS
In this hand-colored engraving from Pierre de la Mesnage's Le Bon Genre, published in Paris in 1817, we find a woman in the height of luxury and disarray. Seated at her somno, a night table adorned with a chamberpot, she pens a letter with an air of perfection, her feet resting comfortably on a plush pillow. Her dog, with a lace collar in its mouth, adds a playful touch to the scene, while her cat curls up on the crumpled fabric of her ballgown. The table is cluttered with various items, including a guitar, adding to the sense of chaos and disorder. The satirical tone of the print is evident in the woman's nonchalant attitude towards the mess and the presence of her pets. The intricate details and vibrant colors bring this moment of everyday life to life, offering a glimpse into the world of the French bourgeoisie during the early 19th century. The print, with its blend of luxury and disarray, is a testament to the complexities and contradictions of life, and serves as a reminder that even in the midst of chaos, there can be moments of perfection.

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