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Photographic Print : Drawing the cork, illustration by William Heath Robinson
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Drawing the cork, illustration by William Heath Robinson
How to draw the cork when you can t find the corkscrew, illustration by William Heath Robinson. Credit must appear as: Courtesy of Mrs J. C. Robinson/Pollinger Ltd/Mary Evans Picture Library Date: 1947
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Media ID 14233218
© Courtesy of the estate of Mrs J.C.Robinson/Pollinger Ltd/Lucinda Gosling/Mary Evans
Bottle Contraption Cork Corkscrew Device Draw Ears Fanciful Fingers Heath Mallet Pulley Robinson Wine
11"x8.5" Photo Print
Introducing the Media Storehouse collection of Photographic Prints featuring the whimsical illustration, "Drawing the Cork," by renowned British artist William Heath Robinson. This charming image, published by Mary Evans Prints Online, depicts a humorous solution to the age-old problem of opening a bottle without a corkscrew. The intricate detail and wit of Heath Robinson's artwork are brought to life in this high-quality print. A delightful addition to any home or office, this print is sure to spark conversation and bring a smile to those around it. Credit: Courtesy of Mrs. J. C, Mary Evans Prints Online.
Photo prints are produced on Kodak professional photo paper resulting in timeless and breath-taking prints which are also ideal for framing. The colors produced are rich and vivid, with accurate blacks and pristine whites, resulting in prints that are truly timeless and magnificent. Whether you're looking to display your prints in your home, office, or gallery, our range of photographic prints are sure to impress. Dimensions refers to the size of the paper in inches.
Our Photo Prints are in a large range of sizes and are printed on Archival Quality Paper for excellent colour reproduction and longevity. They are ideal for framing (our Framed Prints use these) at a reasonable cost. Alternatives include cheaper Poster Prints and higher quality Fine Art Paper, the choice of which is largely dependant on your budget.
Estimated Image Size (if not cropped) is 27.9cm x 17.1cm (11" x 6.7")
Estimated Product Size is 27.9cm x 21.6cm (11" x 8.5")
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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William Heath Robinson's whimsical illustration, "Drawing the Cork: A Solution to the Absence of a Corkscrew," published in 1947, offers a comically ingenious solution to the age-old problem of opening a bottle of wine without the use of a corkscrew. In this charming scene, a group of people gathered around a table, dressed in elegant attire, appear perplexed as they gaze at an empty wine bottle and empty-handed. One man, with a determined look on his face, proposes an unconventional method. He stands up, pulls out a gun from under the table, and hands it to a woman. She aims it at the cork, fires, and to everyone's surprise, the cork pops out of the bottle, much to their amusement. However, the group soon realizes that this method might not be the most practical or safe solution. The woman, with a concerned expression, suggests a less dangerous alternative. She points to a contraption on the wall, a fanciful device that resembles a pulley system. The men quickly assemble it, and one man, using a mallet, taps the cork gently, allowing it to be pulled up through the device and out of the bottle. The group erupts in laughter, their faces filled with relief and amusement. The women fan themselves with their fans, while the men pat each other on the back, proud of their resourcefulness. The illustration, with its comic elements and intricate details, showcases Heath Robinson's unique ability to blend humor and ingenuity in a single image. This historical illustration, courtesy of Mrs. J. C. Robinson/Pollinger Ltd/Mary Evans Picture Library, remains a testament to the power of human creativity and the importance of finding solutions to everyday problems, no matter how seemingly insurmountable they may seem.
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