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A Blunt Razor, pub. by Hunt, 1827 (coloured etching)
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A Blunt Razor, pub. by Hunt, 1827 (coloured etching)
STC118399 A Blunt Razor, pub. by Hunt, 1827 (coloured etching) by English School, (19th century); Private Collection; The Stapleton Collection; English, out of copyright
Media ID 22666314
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Blade Bleeding Cutting Dressing Table Mirror Shaving Sore
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This colored etching, titled "A Blunt Razor" transports us back to the 19th century with its intricate details and evocative imagery. The print, published by Hunt in 1827, showcases the work of an anonymous English School artist. In this scene, we are drawn to a dressing table adorned with various grooming tools. At the center lies a blunt razor, its worn blade reflecting light from a nearby mirror. The viewer can almost feel the tension as they imagine the discomfort that awaits anyone who attempts to shave with such a tool. The image suggests both physical pain and vulnerability through subtle cues like bloodstains on the razor's edge and a cut throat depicted in distressing detail. It serves as a stark reminder of the risks associated with personal grooming during this era. Despite its somber subject matter, there is undeniable beauty in this engraving's skillful execution. Each line meticulously etched into paper creates texture and depth that brings life to every element within the frame. "A Blunt Razor" offers us not only an insight into historical shaving practices but also prompts reflection on our own relationship with self-care rituals. This thought-provoking artwork continues to captivate viewers today, thanks to Bridgeman Images' dedication to preserving and sharing fine art treasures like this one from their private collection.
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