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Poster Print : Metius aggravating Titus Manlius, 1852. Artist: John Leech
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Metius aggravating Titus Manlius, 1852. Artist: John Leech
Metius aggravating Titus Manlius, 1852. From The Comic History of Rome, by Gilbert A A Beckett, illustrated by John Leech. [Bradbury, Agnew & Co, London, 1852]
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18x24 inch Poster Print
Experience the wit and whimsy of John Leech's iconic illustration, "Metius aggravating Titus Manlius," from The Comic History of Rome. This captivating poster print, published by Bradbury, Agnew & Co in 1852, brings the humorous tale of ancient Rome to life. Metius, with a mischievous grin, goads the stern and noble Titus Manlius in this timeless depiction of human nature. Add this vibrant and intriguing piece to your home or office to spark conversation and add a touch of history and humor to your space.
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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 46.3cm x 61.6cm (18.2" x 24.3")
These are individually made so all sizes are approximate
Artwork printed orientated as per the preview above, with portrait (vertical) orientation to match the source image.
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The print titled "Metius aggravating Titus Manlius, 1852" captures a comical confrontation in ancient Rome. Created by artist John Leech for the book "The Comic History of Rome" by Gilbert A A Beckett, this engraving transports us to the Republic era of Italy. In this humorous scene, we witness soldiers on horseback engaging in a taunting exchange. Set against the backdrop of an ancient Roman city, one soldier named Metius is seen aggravating his fellow soldier Titus Manlius Torquatus. With shield in hand and a mischievous grin on his face, Metius playfully teases Titus while riding his horse. The concept behind this cartoon-like depiction is to provide amusement through satire. John Leech's skillful use of monochrome adds depth to the scene as it highlights the details of each character and their expressions. The print not only serves as a source of entertainment but also offers insight into the social dynamics and lighthearted moments that could have occurred during war times in ancient Rome. As we observe this artwork from 1852, we are reminded that humor has always been an integral part of human history regardless of time or location. This print invites us to appreciate the lighter side even within serious historical contexts such as ancient Rome.
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