Photographic Print : Syntax / Gaming House
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Syntax / Gaming House
Doctor Syntax at a gaming house
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Media ID 621160
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1820 Chandelier Doctor Gambling Gaming Gilt Mirror Syntax Dissipation
11"x8.5" Photo Print
Introducing the captivating "Syntax / Gaming House" print from the Media Storehouse collection, brought to you by Mary Evans Picture Library via Mary Evans Prints Online. This exquisite photograph showcases a charming scene of Doctor Syntax engaging in a lively gaming session at a quintessential 19th-century gaming house. The intricate details and warm tones of this vintage image transport you back in time, making it an enchanting addition to any home or office space. Elevate your decor with this unique piece of historical art that is sure to spark conversation and delight. Order your print today and bring a piece of the past into your present.
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Estimated Image Size (if not cropped) is 27.9cm x 18.4cm (11" x 7.2")
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.
EDITORS COMMENTS
Doctor Syntax at a Gaming House, 1820s This image from the 1820s, sourced from Mary Evans Picture Library, depicts the famous character Doctor Syntax, known for his satirical wit and love of mischief, engaged in a lively game of cards at a grand gaming house. The doctor, dressed in his distinctive uniform, leans intently over the table, his gaze fixed on the cards in his hand. The room is filled with an air of excitement and anticipation, as the chandelier casts a warm, golden glow over the gilt-framed mirrors and ornate furnishings. Doctor Syntax, a creation of the English poet and caricaturist William Combe, first appeared in print in 1792 and quickly became a popular figure in British literature and culture. This image captures the essence of Syntax's dissipated lifestyle, a common theme in the satirical tales that featured him. The gaming house, with its mirrored walls reflecting the opulence and decadence of the scene, serves as a fitting backdrop for the doctor's escapades. The historical context of this image is significant, as the 1820s marked a period of social and cultural change in Britain. Gambling, once a pastime of the elite, was becoming increasingly popular among the middle classes, leading to concerns about the negative effects of dissipation and excess. This image offers a glimpse into the world of the gaming house, a place where the rules of society were momentarily suspended, and the allure of chance and fortune held sway. Overall, this print offers a fascinating glimpse into the past, transporting us back to a time when Doctor Syntax and his companions could be found in the dimly lit, gilded rooms of a gaming house, their laughter and banter echoing off the mirrored walls.
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