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Framed Print : Social / Theatregoers 1890
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Social / Theatregoers 1890
Some very stiff-necked theatregoers in the box at a London theatre
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Media ID 602360
© Mary Evans Picture Library 2015 - https://copyrighthub.org/s0/hub1/creation/maryevans/MaryEvansPictureID/10121811
Necked Stiff Theatregoers Upper
22"x18" Modern Frame
Introducing the captivating "Social / Theatregoers 1890" print from the Media Storehouse Framed Prints collection, brought to you by Mary Evans Picture Library. This intriguing image transports us back in time to a London theatre, where the stiff-necked elegance of theatregoers is on full display. Their formal attire and stern expressions speak volumes about the rigid social norms of the era. Add this stunning piece to your home decor and let the story of this enchanting moment unfold before your eyes. Each Framed Print is meticulously crafted with museum-quality materials and comes ready to hang, ensuring a beautiful addition to any space. Experience the magic of history in your own home with Media Storehouse Framed Prints.
20x16 Print in an MDF Wooden Frame with 180 gsm Satin Finish Paper. Glazed using shatter proof thin plexiglass. Frame thickness is 1 inch and depth 0.75 inch. Fluted cardboard backing held with clips. Supplied ready to hang with sawtooth hanger and rubber bumpers. Spot clean with a damp cloth. Packaged foam wrapped in a card.
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Estimated Image Size (if not cropped) is 45.7cm x 50.8cm (18" x 20")
Estimated Product Size is 45.7cm x 55.9cm (18" x 22")
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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This photograph, titled "Social / Theatregoers 1890: Some very stiff-necked theatregoers in the box at a London theatre," offers a fascinating glimpse into the social landscape of 19th-century Britain. The image, taken from Mary Evans Picture Library, transports us back in time to an era of elegance and refinement, where the theatre served as a popular venue for the upper classes to display their wealth and status. The photograph captures a scene from a London theatre box, where several theatregoers are seen engrossed in their conversation, seemingly oblivious to the ongoing performance on the stage below. Their stiff postures and formal attire are indicative of the rigid social norms and etiquette of the time. The women are dressed in elaborate gowns and hats, while the men wear tailcoats and top hats. The photograph also reveals the hierarchical seating arrangements in the theatre, with the upper classes occupying the boxes and the lower classes seated in the pit or the balcony. The ornate decor of the box, with its plush velvet seats and intricate woodwork, further underscores the opulence and grandeur of the theatre-going experience for the elite. This photograph is an invaluable historical document that provides insights into the social customs and class distinctions of 19th-century Britain. It also offers a glimpse into the world of theatre-going, which was an integral part of the social fabric of the time, and served as a platform for the display of wealth, status, and culture. The stiff-necked theatregoers in this photograph are a testament to the rigid social norms of the time, but they also represent a fascinating chapter in the history of theatre and social life in Britain.
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