Photo Mug : Fortune-Hunting
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Fortune-Hunting
Coloured engraving, " Fortune-Hunting" published by H. Humphrey, London, 20 November 1804. HPG/8/2/1 (xli)"
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Forest Fortune Gentleman Gullible Humphrey Picking Pickpocket Picks Pocket Rich Robbed Robber Robbers Robbery Strange Thief Tricked
Large Photo Mug (15 oz)
"Add a touch of historical charm to your morning routine with our Media Storehouse Photo Mugs. Featuring the captivating engraving "Fortune-Hunting" from Mary Evans Prints Online, this timeless design transports you back to the 19th century. With intricate details and vibrant colors, each sip from this mug tells a story. Perfect as a gift or a treat for yourself, our Photo Mugs let you carry your favorite images with you wherever you go."
Elevate your coffee or tea experience with our premium white ceramic mug. Its wide, comfortable handle makes drinking easy, and you can rely on it to be both microwave and dishwasher safe. Sold in single units, preview may show both sides of the same mug so you can see how the picture wraps around.
Elevate your coffee or tea experience with our premium white ceramic mug. Its wide, comfortable handle makes drinking easy, and you can rely on it to be both microwave and dishwasher safe. Sold in single units, preview may show both sides of the same mug so you can see how the picture wraps around.
These are individually made so all sizes are approximate
Fortune-Hunting,
EDITORS COMMENTS
a captivating coloured engraving published by H. Humphrey in London on the 20th of November 1804, presents a humorous and intriguing scene from the past. The print, now held in the Historic Posters and Prints collection at HPG with the reference number HPG/8/2/1 (xli), offers a glimpse into the strange world of fortune-hunting and the deceptive practices of robbers in the early 19th century. The richly detailed image depicts a gentleman, dressed in the height of fashion, standing in a forest clearing, intently peering into a pocket of his waistcoat. A group of robbers, disguised as woodland creatures, surround him, their eyes gleaming with mischief and greed. One robber, in the guise of a fox, holds a pocket pick, ready to pluck the unsuspecting victim's fortune. The gentleman, seemingly oblivious to the danger, is engrossed in the hunt for his own fortune, perhaps a treasure map or a valuable relic. His gullibility is a stark contrast to the cunning and deceitful nature of the robbers. The woodland setting adds an air of mystery and intrigue to the scene, as if to suggest that fortune-hunting was an adventure that could lead one into the most unexpected and strange circumstances. The print, with its vibrant colours and intricate detail, is a testament to the skill of the engraver and the artistry of the time. It also serves as a reminder of the past, when the pursuit of wealth and fortune could be as dangerous as it was alluring. The image of the gentleman being robbed in the forest is a strange and humorous reminder of the risks and rewards of fortune-hunting, a pastime that continues to fascinate and intrigue us to this day.
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