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Coffee tax - drawing, 19th century
LSE4079523 Coffee tax - drawing, 19th century by Unknown Artist, (19th century); Musee de la Ville de Paris, Musee Carnavalet, Paris, France; (add.info.: Coffee tax - drawing, 19th century); Photo eLeonard de Selva; out of copyright
Media ID 23731722
© Leonard de Selva / Bridgeman Images
20x30 inch Poster Print
Bring a piece of historical art into your home with our Media Storehouse Poster Prints. This stunning 19th century drawing, titled "Coffee tax" by Leonard de Selva, showcases the intriguing story of a coffee tax from the past. With intricate details and rich colors, this artwork from Fine Art Finder transports you back in time. Add an air of sophistication and history to any room with this beautiful poster print.
Poster prints are budget friendly enlarged prints in standard poster paper sizes. Printed on 150 gsm Matte Paper for a natural feel and supplied rolled in a tube. Great for framing and should last many years. To clean wipe with a microfiber, non-abrasive cloth or napkin. Our Archival Quality Photo Prints and Fine Art Paper Prints are printed on higher quality paper and the choice of which largely depends on your budget.
Poster prints are budget friendly enlarged prints in standard poster paper sizes (A0, A1, A2, A3 etc). Whilst poster paper is sometimes thinner and less durable than our other paper types, they are still ok for framing and should last many years. Our Archival Quality Photo Prints and Fine Art Paper Prints are printed on higher quality paper and the choice of which largely depends on your budget.
Estimated Product Size is 51.4cm x 76.8cm (20.2" x 30.2")
These are individually made so all sizes are approximate
Artwork printed orientated as per the preview above, with landscape (horizontal) or portrait (vertical) orientation to match the source image.
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This 19th-century drawing, titled "Coffee Tax" captures the essence of French society during that era. Created by an unknown artist, this intriguing piece is housed in the Musee de la Ville de Paris, Musee Carnavalet in Paris, France. The image depicts a caricatured scene highlighting the impact of taxation on coffee consumption. In this satirical artwork, we see a man holding a cup of coffee while being weighed down by various tax-related burdens. The artist skillfully portrays the frustration and exasperation felt by individuals who were subject to heavy taxes on their beloved beverage. This drawing serves as both social commentary and political critique. The intricate details and expressive lines bring life to this historical moment captured on paper. Leonard de Selva's photograph perfectly preserves every stroke and nuance of the original artwork for us to appreciate today. As we gaze upon this print, we are transported back in time to an era when even something as simple as enjoying a cup of coffee was heavily regulated and taxed. It reminds us how art can serve as a powerful tool for reflecting societal issues and challenging authority. This image not only showcases artistic talent but also sparks curiosity about the history behind taxation policies in 19th-century France.
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