Fine Art Print : Two Old Drunks (Bobbin)
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Two Old Drunks (Bobbin)
Heavy drinking has taken its toll on a pair of elderly drunkards with gnarled features and poor personal hygiene
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Media ID 598657
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1780 Bobbin Drunk Drunkards Drunks Elderly Features Gnarled Grotesque Heavy Hygiene Intemperance Pair Personal Poor Toll
21"x14" (+3" Border) Fine Art Print
Introducing the captivating 'Two Old Drunks (Bobbin)' fine art print from Mary Evans Picture Library, available through Media Storehouse. This evocative image, captured by an unnamed photographer, transports us into the world of two elderly gentlemen, whose heavy drinking has etched deep lines of age and weariness onto their faces. The poor personal hygiene adds an air of authenticity to this poignant scene. This print is a powerful reminder of the human condition and the passage of time. Add this unique piece to your collection and let the story unfold as you ponder the lives of these two old drunks.
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 53.3cm x 33.7cm (21" x 13.3")
Estimated Product Size is 68.6cm x 50.8cm (27" x 20")
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.
EDITORS COMMENTS
This haunting print captures the stark reality of heavy drinking on two elderly drunkards from the 18th century. The gnarled features and poor personal hygiene of these individuals serve as a visual testament to the destructive power of alcohol abuse. Their faces tell a story of intemperance, with deep lines etched into their skin and eyes that betray years of indulgence.
The image is a reminder of the toll that excessive drinking can take on both mind and body, showing how it can age a person beyond their years. These old drunks appear grotesque in their appearance, yet there is also a sense of sadness in their eyes - perhaps reflecting regret for lives wasted in pursuit of drink.
As we look at this historical snapshot, we are transported back to a time when alcoholism was rampant and its consequences were often ignored or dismissed. It serves as a cautionary tale about the dangers of overindulgence and reminds us to treat our bodies with care and respect.
Mary Evans Picture Library has captured not just an image, but a piece of history that speaks volumes about the impact of heavy drinking on individuals and society as a whole.
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