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Framed 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
12"x10" Modern Frame
Bring a touch of classic British humor to your home or office with the Media Storehouse range of Framed Prints featuring H.M. Bateman's iconic cartoon "The Shop Assistant who Lost his Temper" (1929). This timeless piece, published by the Estate of H.M. Bateman/ILN/Mary Evans Picture Library from Mary Evans Prints Online, captures the comical moment when a shop assistant reaches his breaking point while assisting a demanding customer. The high-quality framed print is sure to add a delightful dose of wit and charm to any 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 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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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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