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Framed Print : The Bachelor. Creator: Samuel Alken
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The Bachelor. Creator: Samuel Alken
The Bachelor
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Media ID 22168041
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Alcohol Alken Samuel Alken Samuel Senior Bachelor Bed Chamber Bedchamber Bedroom Chamber Pot Drinking Fireplace Funny Hand Colored Etching And Aquatint Hearth Heating Henry Wigstead Letter Liquor Love Letter Maid Maidservant Samuel Alken Samuel Alken Senior Servant Servants Unhappy Warming Pan Wigstead Henry Aquatint Hand Tinted
12"x10" Modern Frame
Bring timeless elegance to your home or office with our Framed Prints featuring "The Bachelor" by renowned 18th-century artist Samuel Alken. This exquisite work of art, sourced from Heritage Images, showcases a charming bachelor figure in a refined setting. Our high-quality Framed Prints are meticulously crafted to preserve the rich details and vibrant colors of this classic piece. Add an air of sophistication to any space with this beautiful and intriguing work of art.
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 30.5cm x 25.4cm (12" x 10")
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.
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by Samuel Alken captures the humorous and satirical essence of 18th-century British society. In this hand-colored etching and aquatint, we are transported to a charming bedchamber where a scene unfolds with wit and irony. The focal point of the image is a disheveled bachelor, surrounded by his maidservant and fireplace. With an open love letter in one hand and a drink in the other, he epitomizes the concept of an unhappy man seeking solace through alcohol. The artist's attention to detail is evident in every element, from the carefully rendered chamber pot to the warming pan hanging on the wall. Alken's mastery lies not only in his artistic technique but also in his ability to capture social commentary within his work. Through this lighthearted portrayal, he pokes fun at both male occupation and literature of that era. The room itself exudes warmth with its hearth providing much-needed heating during chilly nights. This print serves as a delightful reminder of how art can transcend time, offering us glimpses into historical periods while still eliciting laughter today. As we admire "The Bachelor" let us appreciate Alken's skillful blend of color, satire, and storytelling that continues to entertain audiences centuries later.
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