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Poster Print : Check Mate, 1835 (hand-coloured engraving)
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Check Mate, 1835 (hand-coloured engraving)
2562189 Check Mate, 1835 (hand-coloured engraving) by Cruikshank, George (1792-1878); Private Collection; The Stapleton Collection; English, out of copyright
Media ID 22888960
© The Stapleton Collection / Bridgeman Images
Adultery Affair Affairs Cheating Gentleman Gentlemen Illicit Maids Mistress Mistresses Nightgown Nightgowns Parlour Shock Suitor Suitors Surprise Surprised Maid Parlours
18x24 inch Poster Print
Introducing the captivating Check Mate, 1835 poster print from Media Storehouse's Fine Art Finder collection. This exquisite hand-coloured engraving, created by George Cruikshank in 1835, showcases a thrilling moment in a game of chess. With intricate details and vibrant colors, this timeless work of art is a must-have for any home or office. The Check Mate poster print is a high-quality reproduction of the original, out of copyright image from The Stapleton Collection. Add a touch of history and elegance to your space with this stunning addition to your decor.
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 61.6cm x 46.3cm (24.3" x 18.2")
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
Check Mate, 1835 (hand-coloured engraving) captures a dramatic and scandalous scene set in an elegant parlour of the Victorian era. This print by George Cruikshank depicts a moment of illicit intrigue, where secrets are unveiled and lives forever changed. In this intriguing composition, we witness a gentleman caught red-handed in an act of adultery. Surrounded by opulent furnishings and dimly lit candles, he is confronted by his unsuspecting wife who stands before him with shock and disbelief written across her face. The room is filled with tension as the truth unravels before our eyes. The artist's attention to detail is evident in every aspect of this hand-coloured engraving. From the intricate patterns on the nightgowns worn by both women to the expressions on each character's face, Cruikshank masterfully captures the emotions at play within this intimate space. The inclusion of additional figures such as maids and suitors adds depth to the narrative, highlighting the consequences that arise from such clandestine affairs. Through clever visual storytelling, Cruikshank invites us into a world where societal norms are challenged and personal relationships hang in delicate balance. This remarkable print from The Stapleton Collection offers viewers a glimpse into a hidden realm of desire and betrayal. It serves as a timeless reminder that actions have consequences – even within the confines of one's own home.
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