Framed Print : The Bubblers Medley or a Sketch of the Times (engraving)
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The Bubblers Medley or a Sketch of the Times (engraving)
611415 The Bubblers Medley or a Sketch of the Times (engraving) by English School, (18th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: The Bubblers Medley or a Sketch of the Times, being Europes Memorial for the Year 1720.); Look and Learn / Peter Jackson Collection; English, out of copyright
Media ID 22617442
© Look and Learn / Peter Jackson Collection / Bridgeman Images
1720 Crisis Financial Knave Services South Sea Bubble Speculation Stock Stockbrokers Stockbroking Times Harts Jobbers Jobbing Verse
12"x10" Modern Frame
Add a touch of timeless elegance to your home decor with Media Storehouse's Framed Prints featuring The Bubblers Medley or Sketch of the Times by Bridgeman Images from Fine Art Finder. This exquisite engraving, hailing from the 18th century, showcases intricate detail and captivating imagery. Each print is meticulously framed to preserve and enhance the artwork's beauty, making it a stunning addition to any room in your home. Bring history and artistry into your living space with this stunning piece from our Media Storehouse collection.
10x8 Print in an MDF Wooden Frame with 180 gsm Satin Finish Paper. Glazed using shatter proof thin plexi glass. Frame thickness is 1 inch and depth 0.75 inch. Fluted cardboard backing held with clips. Supplied ready to hang with sawtooth hanger and rubber bumpers. Spot clean with a damp cloth. Packaged foam wrapped in a card.
Contemporary Framed and Mounted Prints - Professionally Made and Ready to Hang
Estimated Image Size (if not cropped) is 25.4cm x 25.4cm (10" x 10")
Estimated Product Size is 25.4cm x 30.5cm (10" x 12")
These are individually made so all sizes are approximate
Artwork printed orientated as per the preview above, with landscape (horizontal) or portrait (vertical) orientation to match the source image.
The Bubblers Medley or a Sketch of the Times - A Glimpse into Financial Chaos
EDITORS COMMENTS
. This engraving, titled "The Bubblers Medley or a Sketch of the Times" offers us an intriguing window into the tumultuous financial landscape of 18th-century Europe. Created by an anonymous English artist during that era, this print captures the essence of one of history's most infamous economic crises – the South Sea Bubble. In 1720, London was gripped by speculative mania as investors flocked to buy shares in the South Sea Company. The image depicts stockbrokers and jobbers frantically engaged in their trade amidst a backdrop of impending ruin. Moses Hart, a prominent figure in stockbroking at that time, is humorously portrayed as he navigates through this chaotic scene. What makes this engraving truly unique is its incorporation of verse and poetry alongside visual elements. The witty verses satirize those involved in reckless speculation and highlight the consequences faced by individuals who fell victim to their own greed. As we delve deeper into this artwork, we are reminded not only of historical events but also how human behavior remains remarkably consistent across centuries. The allure and dangers associated with financial bubbles continue to resonate today. With its intricate details and clever composition, "The Bubblers Medley or a Sketch of the Times" serves as both an artistic masterpiece and a cautionary tale about unchecked ambition within financial markets. It stands as a testament to our enduring fascination with economic
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