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Premium Framed Print : Well-a-day, Is this my Son Tom, ca. 1773. Creator: Probably after Samuel Hieronymus Grimm
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Well-a-day, Is this my Son Tom, ca. 1773. Creator: Probably after Samuel Hieronymus Grimm
Well-a-day, Is this my Son Tom, ca. 1773
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Media ID 20379554
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14"x16" Premium Frame
Contemporary style Premium Wooden Frame with 8"x10" Print. Complete with 2" White Mat and 1.25" thick MDF frame. Printed on 260 gsm premium paper. Glazed with shatter proof UV coated acrylic glass. Backing is paper covered backing with rubber bumpers. Supplied ready to hang with a pre-installed sawtooth/wire hanger. Care Instructions: Spot clean with a damp cloth. Securely packaged in a clear plastic bag and envelope in a reinforced cardboard shipper
FSC Real Wood Frame and Double Mounted with White Conservation Mountboard - Professionally Made and Ready to Hang
Estimated Image Size (if not cropped) is 20.3cm x 25.4cm (8" x 10")
Estimated Product Size is 35.6cm x 40.6cm (14" x 16")
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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In this intriguing print titled "Well-a-day, Is this my Son Tom" we are transported back to the year 1773. The creator of this image is believed to be Samuel Hieronymus Grimm or an artist inspired by his work during the 18th century. The scene depicts a father's comical reaction upon seeing his son for the first time in fashionable attire. Dressed in exaggerated clothing of the era, including breeches and a stylish hat, the young man embodies the essence of a dandy or macaroni - someone who follows extravagant fashion trends. The father's surprise is evident as he gazes at his transformed son with wide eyes and open mouth. His expression captures both amusement and bewilderment at witnessing such an unexpected change in appearance. This satirical engraving offers us a glimpse into societal norms and attitudes towards fashion during that period. It playfully mocks those who prioritize style over practicality, highlighting how clothing choices can challenge traditional notions of masculinity and occupation. As we delve into this piece from Heritage Art/Heritage Images, we are reminded of how art can transcend time, allowing us to reflect on historical contexts while finding humor in human nature itself.
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