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Young Husband, First Marketing, 1854 (oil on canvas)
3613982 Young Husband, First Marketing, 1854 (oil on canvas) by Spencer, Lilly Martin (1827-1902); 74.9x62.9 cm; Metropolitan Museum of Art, New York, USA; (add.info.: The travails of early married life with a young husband sent out to procure the groceries--a task for which he is evidently not qualified. ); American, out of copyright
Media ID 22455116
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Amused Antebellum Domesticity Embarrassing Embarrassment Groceries Grocery Household Humiliating Married Post Colonial Rain Raining Spilt Umbrella Vegetables
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The painting "Young Husband, First Marketing, 1854" by Lilly Martin Spencer captures the comical and relatable struggles of early married life. In this charming oil on canvas artwork, we witness a young husband's attempt at grocery shopping in the rain. Clearly ill-equipped for the task, he finds himself surrounded by spilled vegetables and an embarrassed expression on his face. Spencer's depiction highlights the domesticity and ineptitude often associated with household chores during that era. The scene is both amusing and humiliating as it showcases the husband's lack of skill in fulfilling this seemingly simple duty. The use of an umbrella adds to the humor, emphasizing his unpreparedness for inclement weather. This American painting provides a glimpse into antebellum family life in North America. It portrays not only a specific moment but also reflects broader themes such as marriage dynamics and gender roles during that time period. Displayed at the Metropolitan Museum of Art in New York City, this piece invites viewers to reflect on their own experiences with marital challenges while appreciating its artistic merit. With its detailed brushwork and clever storytelling, "Young Husband, First Marketing" remains a timeless representation of everyday life that continues to amuse audiences today.
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