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Metal Print : Cartoon, Mr Briggss Pleasures of Housekeeping
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Cartoon, Mr Briggss Pleasures of Housekeeping
Cartoon, Mr Briggss Pleasures of Housekeeping -- Irish labourers employed to build a house. Date: circa 1850
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Media ID 20143489
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1850s Briggs Build Builder Builders Employed Housekeeping Labourers Ladder Manual Operations Pleasures Punch Satire Satirical Scaffolding Worker
16"x20" (51x41cm) Metal Print
Bring a touch of whimsy and history to your home decor with our Media Storehouse Metal Prints featuring the charming cartoon, "Mr Brigg's Pleasures of Housekeeping" from Mary Evans Prints Online. This delightful illustration, dated circa 1850, captures the essence of Irish laborers at work building a house. Each Metal Print is meticulously crafted using high-quality materials and state-of-the-art printing techniques to ensure vibrant colors and long-lasting durability. The sleek, modern design of the metal surface complements the classic illustration, creating a unique and eye-catching piece of art for your walls. Add this timeless print to your collection and enjoy the simple pleasures of housekeeping, Irish-style.
Made with durable metal and luxurious printing techniques, our metal photo prints go beyond traditional canvases, adding a cool, modern touch to your space. Wall mount on back. Eco-friendly 100% post-consumer recycled ChromaLuxe aluminum surface. The thickness of the print is 0.045". Featuring a Scratch-resistant surface and Rounded corners. Backing hangers are attached to the back of the print and float the print 1/2-inch off the wall when hung, the choice of hanger may vary depending on size and International orders will come with Float Mount hangers only. Finished with a brilliant white high gloss surface for unsurpassed detail and vibrance. Printed using Dye-Sublimation and for best care we recommend a non-ammonia glass cleaner, water, or isopropyl (rubbing) alcohol to prevent harming the print surface. We recommend using a clean, lint-free cloth to wipe off the print. The ultra-hard surface is scratch-resistant, waterproof and weatherproof. Avoid direct sunlight exposure.
Made with durable metal and luxurious printing techniques, metal prints bring images to life and add a modern touch to any space
Estimated Image Size (if not cropped) is 50.8cm x 40.6cm (20" x 16")
Estimated Product Size is 51.4cm x 41.2cm (20.2" x 16.2")
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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Mr. Briggs' Pleasures of Housekeeping: A Humorous Take on Victorian House Building, circa 1850 This cartoon, titled "Mr. Briggs' Pleasures of Housekeeping," offers a satirical glimpse into the world of Victorian house building through the eyes of Irish laborers. The image, created around 1850, depicts a group of hardworking men constructing a house using traditional scaffolding and various building tools. The scene is filled with a sense of camaraderie and determination, as the men work in unison to complete their task. At the center of the image, a man identified as Mr. Briggs stands proudly, overseeing the operation with a smug expression on his face. He appears to be enjoying the process of house building, perhaps even finding pleasure in the chaos and noise that comes with it. However, the title of the cartoon suggests that there may be more to this scene than meets the eye. The term "housekeeping" in the title is a double entendre, referring both to the act of managing a household and to the physical process of building a house. Mr. Briggs, the homeowner, is depicted as taking pleasure in both aspects, while the laborers toil away to bring his vision to life. The use of Irish laborers in the cartoon adds an interesting layer to the image. At the time, Irish immigrants were a common sight in the construction industry in Britain, and their labor was often exploited. The cartoon does not explicitly comment on this issue, but the depiction of the men working tirelessly while Mr. Briggs enjoys the fruits of their labor may be a subtle commentary on the power dynamics at play. Overall, "Mr. Briggs' Pleasures of Housekeeping" is a fascinating snapshot of Victorian house building, offering a humorous and thought-provoking perspective on the construction process and the roles of those involved.
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