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Poster Print : A Scene in the Channel, from The Grand Master, or Adventures of Qui Hi? in Hindostan
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A Scene in the Channel, from The Grand Master, or Adventures of Qui Hi? in Hindostan
STC190612 A Scene in the Channel, from The Grand Master, or Adventures of Qui Hi? in Hindostan. A Hudibras Poem in Eight Cantos by Quiz, by William Combe (1741-1823) published by Thomas Tegg, London, 1815 (aquatint) by Rowlandson, Thomas (1756-1827); Private Collection; (add.info.: satire on Warren Hastings, first Governor-General of India (1774-84); includes several plates depicting miseries of travel; ); The Stapleton Collection; English, out of copyright
Media ID 23356294
© The Stapleton Collection / Bridgeman Images
Below Deck Berth Bunk Cabin Governor General Hammocks Misery Seasick Seasickness Sick Vomiting Beds
20x30 inch Poster Print
Bring the timeless adventure of 'The Grand Master, or Adventures of Qui Hi? in Hindostan' to life with our Media Storehouse range of Poster Prints. Featuring a captivating scene from Bridgeman Images' Fine Art Finder collection, this print showcases the intricate details of William Combe's 18th-century illustration 'A Scene in the Channel.' Add a touch of history and art to your space with this beautiful, high-quality poster print, perfect for any room in your home or office.
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Estimated Product Size is 76.8cm x 51.4cm (30.2" x 20.2")
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 humorous aquatint print titled "A Scene in the Channel, from The Grand Master, or Adventures of Qui Hi? in Hindostan" captures a satirical depiction of life on board a ship during the 18th century. Created by Thomas Rowlandson and published by Thomas Tegg in London in 1815, this artwork is part of a series that mocks Warren Hastings, the first Governor-General of India. The scene showcases the miseries of travel at sea, with sailors and passengers suffering from seasickness below deck. The cramped quarters are filled with hammocks and berths where individuals lay bedridden due to their mal de mer. As they struggle to find their sea legs, some can be seen vomiting into buckets while others desperately cling to their beds. Rowlandson's cartoonish style adds an element of humor to this otherwise uncomfortable situation. The exaggerated expressions and contorted bodies emphasize the misery experienced by those afflicted with seasickness. This satirical portrayal serves as both entertainment and social commentary on the challenges faced by travelers during this time period. Overall, this print offers a glimpse into life aboard ships during the 18th century while highlighting the absurdity and discomfort associated with sailing through rough waters. It reminds us that even esteemed figures like Warren Hastings were not immune to these hardships when embarking on long voyages across treacherous channels.
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