Framed Print : Marriage of convenience
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Marriage of convenience
Un mariage de convenance. Date c1881 Dec. 12
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Add a touch of vintage elegance to your home decor with our exquisite Framed Prints from Media Storehouse. This stunning artwork, titled "Un mariage de convenance" (A Marriage of Convenience), dates back to around 1881. Captured from Mary Evans Prints Online, this beautifully detailed image showcases the fashion and charm of the late 19th century. The intricate design and enchanting storytelling of this rights managed print make it an ideal addition to any room in your home. Elevate your interior design with a piece of history and timeless beauty. Order your Framed Print today and bring a piece of the past into your present.
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Estimated Image Size (if not cropped) is 40.4cm x 40.4cm (15.9" x 15.9")
Estimated Product Size is 62cm x 44.6cm (24.4" x 17.6")
These are individually made so all sizes are approximate
Artwork printed orientated as per the preview above, with landscape (horizontal) or portrait (vertical) orientation to match the source image.
Un Mariage de Convenance
EDITORS COMMENTS
(A Convenient Marriage), captured in this late 19th-century photograph, portrays an unhappy couple, their expressions conveying a sense of disinterest and disconnection. The image, dated December 12, 1881, is a poignant reminder of the societal pressures that once dictated the terms of matrimony. In an era when marriages were often arranged for reasons of wealth, status, or family alliances, this couple's union appears to be a mere formality. The woman, dressed in an elegant Victorian gown, looks away from her husband, her countenance betraying a deep sense of melancholy. Her husband, clad in formal attire, gazes at her with a blank expression, his eyes devoid of warmth or affection. Their bodies are positioned stiffly, a testament to the rigid conventions of the time. The couple's disinterest in each other is palpable, yet they remain bound by the conventions of society. The photograph serves as a poignant reminder of the human cost of such marriages of convenience. Despite the unhappy facade, the image is beautifully composed, with the couple framed against a lush, green backdrop. The soft focus and delicate lighting add an air of romanticism, creating a haunting contrast between the superficial beauty of the scene and the underlying sadness of the couple's situation. This photograph offers a glimpse into a bygone era, a time when love and companionship were not the primary considerations in the institution of marriage. It serves as a poignant reminder of the importance of genuine connection and the human need for emotional fulfillment in a relationship.
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