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Fine Art Print : The Shop Assistant who Lost his Temper by H. M. Bateman
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The Shop Assistant who Lost his Temper by H. M. Bateman
A shop assistant finally loses the plot after bringing out roll upon roll of material for a demanding customer to choose from.
1929
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Media ID 14405137
© Estate of H M Bateman/ILN/Mary Evans Picture Library
Amusing Anger Assistant Bateman Customer Customers Fabric Fabrics Frustration Fury Haberdashery Loses Material Patience Retail Sep16 Shopping Temper
20"x16" (+3" Border) Fine Art Print
Experience the wit and humor of British satirical artist H.M. Bateman with our exquisite fine art print of "The Shop Assistant who Lost his Temper." This iconic 1929 illustration, published by the Illustrated London News and now available through the Estate of H.M. Bateman/ILN/Mary Evans Picture Library via Media Storehouse, captures the moment of comedic frustration as a long-suffering shop assistant is pushed to the brink by an overbearing customer. Add a touch of nostalgic charm and timeless humor to your home or office décor with this beautifully printed, museum-quality art piece. Order yours today from Media Storehouse and bring a piece of history into your space.
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 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.
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In this classic cartoon by H.M. Bateman, titled "The Shop Assistant who Lost his Temper," we witness a moment of uncontrollable frustration and anger in a bustling haberdashery shop from 1929. The scene unfolds as a shop assistant, with a look of sheer exasperation on his face, stands before a demanding customer, surrounded by an avalanche of fabric rolls. The customer, with a smug expression, points to yet another roll, seemingly unfazed by the chaos that has ensued. The assistant's patience, once unyielding, has now reached its breaking point. With a mighty roar, he lets out a primal scream, sending the fabric rolls tumbling down like dominos. The shoppers around them pause in shock, their expressions a mix of surprise and amusement. The assistant's fury is palpable, but there's a hint of dark humor in the situation. Bateman's masterful use of exaggerated body language and facial expressions adds to the comedic effect of the scene. The cartoon serves as a reminder of the challenges faced by shop assistants in the retail industry, especially during the busy holiday season. It also highlights the importance of patience and understanding when dealing with difficult customers. Despite the anger and frustration, there's a sense of relief and release in the assistant's outburst. It's a moment of raw emotion that resonates with us all, making "The Shop Assistant who Lost his Temper" a timeless and humorous piece of social commentary.
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