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Lady Godinas Rout Or Peeping Tom Spying Out Pope Joan
Lady Godinas Rout Or Peeping Tom Spying Out Pope Joan, Gillray, James, 1756-1815, Engraver, Engraving 1796, A Fashionable Crowd Playing Cards At Two Tables. In The Foreground, Four People Playing The Game Pope-joan. One Of The Women Is Wearing A Loose Fitting Semi-transparent Dress With Her Breasts Exposed. Behind Her, Peering Down Her Dress, Is A Man Who Is About To Cut Off A Candle Due To His Distracted State. Rear View Of A Fat Woman Dominates The Left Side Of The Picture
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Media ID 9731919
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1756 1796 1815 Artwork Breasts Candle Cards Crowd Dress Engraver Exposed Fashionable Fitting Foreground Game Gillray James Joan Lady Left Loose Nostalgia Nostalgic Peering Picture Playing Pope Rear Romantic Side Spying State Tables Traditional View Wearing Distracted Dominates Peeping Pope Joan Rout Semi Transparent
18x24 inch Poster Print
Bring history to life with our stunning selection of Media Storehouse Poster Prints, featuring the iconic "Lady Godina's Rout Or Peeping Tom Spying Out Pope Joan" image from Universal Images Group (UIG). This captivating engraving, created by the renowned British satirist James Gillray in 1796, showcases Pope Joan, a legendary figure believed to have disguised herself as a man and ascended to the papacy. Witness the intrigue and merriment of the fashionable crowd as they play cards at two tables, immortalized in this intricately detailed and beautifully preserved engraving. Adorn your walls with a piece of historical art that sparks conversation and adds character to any room.
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
This vintage engraving, titled "Lady Godinas Rout Or Peeping Tom Spying Out Pope Joan" captures a moment of playful indulgence in a bygone era. The scene depicts a fashionable crowd engrossed in a game of cards at two tables, with the main focus on four individuals playing the intriguing game of Pope-joan. However, it is the captivating details that truly draw one's attention. In the foreground, we see a woman wearing an alluring loose-fitting semi-transparent dress that exposes her breasts, reflecting the romantic and daring fashion trends of that time. Behind her stands a man who appears to be completely distracted by his surroundings; he leans forward peering down her dress while reaching out to cut off a candle. This comical gesture adds an element of humor and mischief to the artwork. On the left side of this historic image dominates a rear view of an ample-bodied woman, emphasizing traditional beauty standards prevalent during this period. The meticulous engravement technique employed by James Gillray brings forth intricate details and textures throughout this nostalgic piece. As we explore this engraved image from 1796, we are transported back in time to witness not only historical art but also cultural norms and societal dynamics from centuries ago. It serves as both an artistic representation and historical documentation encapsulating elements from Victorian times – its fashion choices, social interactions, and even popular card games like Pope-joan. This antique print evokes feelings of nostalgia for those enamored with retro-styled artwork or enthusiasts seeking glimpses into our rich history. Its aged charm invites us to appreciate art's ability to transcend time while providing valuable insights into past eras.
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