Canvas Print : Tameing [i. e. taming] a shrew. Or Petruchios patent family bedstead, gags

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Tameing [i. e. taming] a shrew. Or Petruchios patent family bedstead, gags

Tameing [i.e. taming] a shrew. Or Petruchios patent family bedstead, gags & thumscrews, Tameing a shrewTaming a shrew, London 1815, woman restrained in a bed fashioned like a pillory. Her husband sits up in bed beside her, holding a whip and gag

Liszt Collection of nineteenth-century engravings and images to browse and enjoy

Media ID 12809867

© Quint Lox Limited

1815 Bedstead Family Holding Husband Nostalgia Nostalgic Old Fashioned Patent Sits Traditional Whip Fashioned Gags Pillory Restrained Shrew Taming

20"x16" (51x41cm) Canvas Print

Step into the world of Shakespearean drama with Media Storehouse's captivating Canvas Prints. This exquisite piece showcases the iconic scene from 'Taming of the Shrew' by William Shakespeare. Witness the intriguing moment of 'Taming a Shrew' or Petruchio's patent family bedstead, adorned with gags and thumscrews. A stunning addition to any art collection, this vintage print brings the rich history of literature and theater right into your home. Experience the intrigue and drama of this timeless tale with Media Storehouse's high-quality Canvas Prints.

Delivered stretched and ready to hang our premium quality canvas prints are made from a polyester/cotton blend canvas and stretched over a 1.25" (32mm) kiln dried knot free wood stretcher bar. Packaged in a plastic bag and secured to a cardboard insert for safe transit.

Canvas Prints add colour, depth and texture to any space. Professionally Stretched Canvas over a hidden Wooden Box Frame and Ready to Hang

Estimated Product Size is 40.6cm x 50.8cm (16" x 20")

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.

EDITORS COMMENTS
This vintage print from 1815, titled "Taming a Shrew" offers a glimpse into the intriguing world of Victorian art and culture. The engraving depicts a woman restrained in a bed fashioned like a pillory, while her husband sits beside her holding a whip and gag. This scene showcases the traditional illustrative technique of the era, with intricate details capturing the historical context. The image evokes nostalgia for an old-fashioned era when societal norms were vastly different. It serves as a reminder of how women's roles and expectations have evolved over time. The artwork sparks curiosity about the story behind this peculiar scene—perhaps it represents Petruchio's attempt to tame his shrewish wife through unconventional means. As we delve into history through this piece, we are transported back to London in 1815—a time when such displays may have been seen as acceptable or even humorous. However, it is important to view this artwork within its historical context rather than endorsing or promoting such practices today. The Liszt Collection brings us closer to our past by preserving these historic artworks that offer glimpses into forgotten eras. Through their extensive collection of engravings and prints, they allow us to appreciate the rich tapestry of human history and artistic expression that has shaped our present-day society.

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