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LSE4078264 Old man (esiastical) groping a young woman sitting on his knees - caricature by Rowlandson, 19th century by Rowlandson, Thomas (1756-1827); Musee de la Ville de Paris, Musee Carnavalet, Paris, France; (add.info.: Old man (esiastical) groping a young woman sitting on his knees - caricature by Rowlandson, 19th century); Photo eLeonard de Selva; English, out of copyright
Media ID 23308794
© Leonard de Selva / Bridgeman Images
Anticlericalism Eroticism Fireplace Sexuality Christendom
10"x8" Photo Print
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Estimated Image Size (if not cropped) is 18cm x 25.4cm (7.1" x 10")
Estimated Product Size is 20.3cm x 25.4cm (8" x 10")
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Artwork printed orientated as per the preview above, with portrait (vertical) orientation to match the source image.
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Caption: "A Controversial Caricature from the 19th Century - Rowlandson's Old Man (Ecclesiastical) Groping a Young Woman". This intriguing print captures an eyebrow-raising caricature by Thomas Rowlandson, a renowned English artist of the late 18th and early 19th centuries. The image portrays an elderly ecclesiastical figure engaging in inappropriate behavior with a young woman seated on his knees. Rowlandson's satirical artwork often pushed boundaries, challenging societal norms and institutions. In this particular piece, he addresses themes of sexuality, clergy, and anticlericalism prevalent during that era. The controversial nature of the caricature reflects the tensions between religious order and human desires within Christendom. The composition showcases intricate details as it unfolds before our eyes. A fireplace provides warmth to the scene while emphasizing its intimate setting. Despite being created almost two centuries ago, this drawing continues to evoke discussions about power dynamics, religion's influence on society, and eroticism within art. Preserved at Musee de la Ville de Paris' Musee Carnavalet in France, this photograph taken by Leonard de Selva allows us to appreciate Rowlandson's artistic prowess while contemplating the complexities embedded within his work. As we explore this historical artifact further, let us remember that it serves as a testament to art's ability to provoke thought and challenge established beliefs throughout different periods in history.
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