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Company shocked at a Lady getting up to Ring the Bell, pub. H
872448 Company shocked at a Lady getting up to Ring the Bell, pub. H. Humphrey, London, 1804 (hand-coloured engraving) by North, Brownlow (1741-1820); Private Collection; The Stapleton Collection; English, out of copyright
Media ID 23243306
© The Stapleton Collection / Bridgeman Images
Bell Chaos Dining Room Dinner Party Etiquette Gallantry Gentleman Gentlemen Guest Guests Havoc Manner Manners Respectability Ringing Shock Society Life Soiree Spilling Dine Overturned Chair
18"x14" Modern Frame
Discover the captivating allure of history with our Media Storehouse Framed Prints featuring "Company shocked at a Lady getting up to Ring the Bell" by Humphrey. This exquisite hand-coloured engraving from Bridgeman Images, published in London in 1804, offers a glimpse into the past with its intriguing scene of surprise and intrigue. Add a touch of timeless elegance and historical intrigue to your home or office with this stunning piece of fine art.
16x12 Print in an MDF Wooden Frame with 180 gsm Satin Finish Paper. Glazed using shatter proof thin plexiglass. 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.
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Estimated Image Size (if not cropped) is 40.6cm x 35.6cm (16" x 14")
Estimated Product Size is 45.7cm x 35.6cm (18" x 14")
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 intriguing hand-coloured engraving titled "Company shocked at a Lady getting up to Ring the Bell" chaos ensues as a lady dares to break societal norms. Published in 1804 by H. Humphrey in London, the image captures a moment of scandalous behavior that sends shockwaves through the elegant dining room. As guests gather for a refined soiree, all seems well until this audacious woman rises from her seat to ring the bell. The gentlemen and their canine companion are left dumbfounded, their faces frozen in disbelief. The scene is one of utter havoc, with an overturned chair and spilled drinks adding to the mayhem. This Georgian-era cartoon serves as both satire and commentary on manners and gallantry during this time period. It highlights society's obsession with respectability and proper etiquette, emphasizing how even small deviations can cause such uproar. The artist, Brownlow North (1741-1820), skillfully captures the expressions of shock on each character's face while maintaining a lighthearted tone throughout. This satirical portrayal challenges traditional gender roles by showcasing un-ladylike behavior in an amusing manner. Through this whimsical print, we are transported back to c19th society life where every action was scrutinized under strict social codes. It reminds us that even seemingly insignificant actions could disrupt the delicate balance of decorum at any dinner party or gathering. Overall, this engraving offers us a glimpse into an era when ringing a bell could
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