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The Homme Who Cherched The Femme, by H. M. Bateman
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The Homme Who Cherched The Femme, by H. M. Bateman
A humorous illustration showing a stressed husband carrying all of his wifes Christmas shopping. Bateman (1887-1970) was a popular artist and regularly contributed to the Sketch, the Tatler and the Bystander. His efficient, bold style depicting social faux-pas was ground breaking for its time and his work is a brilliant reflection of the period
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1887 1970 Bateman Bold Breaking Brilliant Bystander Contributed Depicting Efficient Faux Homme Husband Reflection Regularly Shopping Stressed Tatler 1936 December
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This humorous illustration, titled "The Homme Who Cherched The Femme" by H.M. Bateman, captures the essence of the holiday season and the role reversal that often occurs during Christmas shopping. Bateman, born in 1887, was a popular and prolific artist of the early 20th century, regularly contributing to renowned publications such as The Sketch, The Tatler, and The Bystander. His ground-breaking style, characterized by its bold and efficient depiction of social faux-pas, was a brilliant reflection of the period. In this image, we see a stressed husband, burdened with all of his wife's Christmas shopping, struggling to carry an armful of parcels. The scene is a humorous commentary on the traditional gender roles of the time, with the husband taking on the role of the shopper, while the wife remains at home. Bateman's use of bold lines and efficient composition effectively convey the husband's frustration and the weight of his burden. This illustration, dated to 1936, is a testament to Bateman's ability to capture the nuances of social interactions and the humorous aspects of everyday life. His work continues to be a valuable historical record of the period and a source of amusement for modern audiences. This print, available through Mary Evans Prints Online, is a must-have for anyone interested in the history of illustration and the social commentary of the early 20th century.
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