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Poster Print : The Bachelor. Creator: Samuel Alken
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The Bachelor. Creator: Samuel Alken
The Bachelor
Heritage Images features heritage image collections
Media ID 22168041
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Alcohol Alken Samuel Alken Samuel Senior Bachelor Bed Chamber Bedchamber Bedroom Chamber Pot Drinking Fireplace Funny Hand Colored Etching And Aquatint Hearth Heating Henry Wigstead Letter Liquor Love Letter Maid Maidservant Samuel Alken Samuel Alken Senior Servant Servants Unhappy Warming Pan Wigstead Henry Aquatint Hand Tinted
18x24 inch Poster Print
Introducing the Media Storehouse range of stunning poster prints featuring the iconic image of 'The Bachelor' by acclaimed photographer Samuel Alken. This captivating black and white portrait, sourced from Heritage Images, is a must-have for any art enthusiast or Bachelor fan. With its timeless elegance and intriguing narrative, this poster print is sure to add character and depth to any room in your home or office. Order yours today and bring the magic of this classic image into your space.
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.
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by Samuel Alken captures the humorous and satirical essence of 18th-century British society. In this hand-colored etching and aquatint, we are transported to a charming bedchamber where a scene unfolds with wit and irony. The focal point of the image is a disheveled bachelor, surrounded by his maidservant and fireplace. With an open love letter in one hand and a drink in the other, he epitomizes the concept of an unhappy man seeking solace through alcohol. The artist's attention to detail is evident in every element, from the carefully rendered chamber pot to the warming pan hanging on the wall. Alken's mastery lies not only in his artistic technique but also in his ability to capture social commentary within his work. Through this lighthearted portrayal, he pokes fun at both male occupation and literature of that era. The room itself exudes warmth with its hearth providing much-needed heating during chilly nights. This print serves as a delightful reminder of how art can transcend time, offering us glimpses into historical periods while still eliciting laughter today. As we admire "The Bachelor" let us appreciate Alken's skillful blend of color, satire, and storytelling that continues to entertain audiences centuries later.
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