Fine Art Print : Polluted London Water
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Polluted London Water
THE CITY NARCISSUS Punch accuses Londons officials of being too self-satisfied to realise the danger to the the citys health from the polluted water of the Thames
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Media ID 594127
© Mary Evans Picture Library 2015 - https://copyrighthub.org/s0/hub1/creation/maryevans/MaryEvansPictureID/10045676
1849 Accused Alderman Appearance Authorities Community Dirty Environment Filth Londons Pollution Reflection Vanity Complacent Enamoured
20"x16" (+3" Border) Fine Art Print
Experience the poignant commentary on 19th-century London's environmental crisis with our Fine Art Print of 'The City Narcissus' by Mary Evans Picture Library from Mary Evans Prints Online. This evocative image, published in Punch magazine in 1856, powerfully conveys the concerns of the time as the Thames' polluted waters were ignored by the city's officials. Bring this historical piece into your home or office to spark conversation and add depth to your decor. The intricate details and rich colors of this print are sure to captivate and inspire.
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 50.8cm x 40.6cm (20" 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.
EDITORS COMMENTS
In this thought-provoking 1849 political cartoon titled "The City Narcissus," the Thames River in London serves as a mirror reflecting the vanity and complacency of the city's authorities. The image, from Mary Evans Picture Library, depicts a well-dressed Alderman gazing at his reflection in the polluted water, oblivious to the filth and danger lurking beneath the surface. The caption above the cartoon reads, "Punch accuses London's officials of being too self-satisfied to realize the danger to the city's health from the polluted water of the Thames." The Thames, historically a vital source of life and commerce for the city, had become a symbol of London's environmental degradation. The river was notoriously dirty, with sewage, industrial waste, and other filth flowing freely into its waters. The cartoonist, using the mythological figure of Narcissus, who was enamored with his own reflection, cleverly highlights the self-absorption and denial of the city's leaders. The community, depicted in the background, looks on in disbelief and disgust, holding their noses and covering their mouths. The cartoon serves as a stark reminder of the historical neglect of the environment and the consequences of vanity and complacency. The image is a powerful commentary on the importance of recognizing and addressing the realities of our surroundings, rather than being blinded by appearances. The cartoon also speaks to the historical significance of the Thames and its role in shaping London's identity. The river, once a source of pride and prosperity, had become a symbol of the city's environmental decline. The cartoonist's use of satire and symbolism highlights the need for change and the importance of holding those in power accountable for the health and well-being of the community.
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