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Framed Print : A Member of the Corporation preparing for a City feast, 1789
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A Member of the Corporation preparing for a City feast, 1789
A Member of the Corporation preparing for a City feast, 1789. A common councilman sits with his eyes shut, possibly holding his stomach in pain. He has presumably over-indulged already, and his stomach is ill-prepared for another civic blow-out
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Media ID 15172076
© London Metropolitan Archives (City of London) / Heritage-Images
Corporation Of London Feast Greedy Guildhall Library Art Gallery Pain Stomach Councilman
12"x10" Modern Frame
Bring history to life with our exquisite Framed Prints from Media Storehouse. This captivating piece, "A Member of the Corporation preparing for a City feast, 1789," transports you back in time. Witness the intensity of a common councilman's preparation for a grand city feast, as he sits with closed eyes and perhaps a hint of discomfort. Each print is meticulously framed to perfection, enhancing the intrigue and allure of this Heritage Images photograph. Elevate your home or office décor with a touch of the past and add a unique story to your space.
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.
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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.
EDITORS COMMENTS
In this intriguing 18th-century caricature, titled "A Member of the Corporation preparing for a City feast, 1789" we are transported back in time to witness the comical scene of a common councilman getting ready for an extravagant city feast. The anonymous artist skillfully captures the essence of overindulgence and gluttony through his clever depiction. With his eyes tightly shut and possibly clutching his stomach in pain, it is evident that this councilman has already succumbed to excessive feasting. His weary expression suggests that he is ill-prepared for yet another civic blow-out. The vibrant colors used in this etching add depth and intensity to the scene, highlighting both the man's discomfort and the joviality surrounding him. This artwork serves as a satirical commentary on society during that era, where indulgence was often associated with power and prestige. Through exaggerated features and humorous details, such as his bulging stomach, we can't help but chuckle at this portrayal of greediness. Preserved within Guildhall Library Art Gallery's collection, this print offers us a glimpse into London's history while reminding us of timeless human tendencies. It invites contemplation on our own relationship with excesses and prompts us to reflect on how our desires may sometimes lead us astray.
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