Fine Art Print : Back cover design by Cecil Aldin, The Snob
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Back cover design by Cecil Aldin, The Snob
Back cover design by Cecil Aldin, The Snob. Fluffikins is given some medicine by the vet, to bring him back to health again after his ordeal. Date: 1904
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Media ID 14234387
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Aldin Bottle Cecil Chain Emanuel Episodes Fluffikins Health Misspent Snob Spent Spoon Veterinary Walter Youth
20"x16" (+3" Border) Fine Art Print
Discover the timeless charm of our Media Storehouse Fine Art Prints collection, featuring this exquisite design by Cecil Aldin from Mary Evans Prints Online. The Snob, originally published in 1904, captures a heartwarming moment as Fluffikins receives care and attention from a compassionate vet. Add this beautiful piece to your home decor and bring a touch of classic artistry into your living space. Our Fine Art Prints are of the highest quality, ensuring vibrant colors and long-lasting beauty. Order yours today and make a statement with your unique sense of style.
20x16 image printed on 26x22 Fine Art Rag Paper with 3" (76mm) white border. Our Fine Art Prints are printed on 300gsm 100% acid free, PH neutral paper with archival properties. This printing method is used by museums and art collections to exhibit photographs and art reproductions.
Our fine art prints are high-quality prints made using a paper called Photo Rag. This 100% cotton rag fibre paper is known for its exceptional image sharpness, rich colors, and high level of detail, making it a popular choice for professional photographers and artists. Photo rag paper is our clear recommendation for a fine art paper print. If you can afford to spend more on a higher quality paper, then Photo Rag is our clear recommendation for a fine art paper print.
Estimated Image Size (if not cropped) is 37.5cm x 50.8cm (14.8" x 20")
Estimated Product Size is 55.9cm x 66cm (22" x 26")
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 enchanting back cover design by renowned English illustrator Cecil Aldin, titled "The Snob," transports us back to the early 1900s with a heartwarming scene of camaraderie between a man and his beloved dog, Fluffikins. The image, created in 1904, captures a moment of tender care as the man, dressed in fashionable Edwardian attire, administers medicine to his canine companion using a spoon and a bottle. Fluffikins, a well-groomed and pampered pooch, wears a collar and chain, reflecting the era's societal norms and the special bond between man and dog. The Snob was a popular series of illustrations and stories by Walter Emanuel, published in London during the late 19th and early 20th centuries. The series followed the misadventures and missteps of the Snob, a character who embodied the excesses and vanities of the upper class. In this particular illustration, the focus shifts from the Snob's follies to the enduring bond between a man and his dog, adding a touch of warmth and sentimentality to the collection. Despite the title of the series, the back cover design by Cecil Aldin reminds us that the true essence of life lies not in the pursuit of status and wealth, but in the simple joys of companionship and care. This image, with its timeless appeal and nostalgic charm, invites us to reflect on the importance of cherishing the moments we spend with our loved ones, be they human or canine.
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