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English gentleman writing a begging letter in a decrepit
English gentleman writing a begging letter in a decrepit parlour with lawyer and loanshark looking on. Handcoloured copperplate engraving after an illustration by Thomas Rowlandson from William Combes The Dance of Life, Rudolph Ackermann, London, 1817
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Ackermann Bankruptcy Bedroom Begging Combe Debt Decrepit Fireplace Gentleman Letter Maid Nightgown Prodigal Regency Rowlandson Rudolph Salvation Servant Tending
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"Step into the past with our exquisite jigsaw puzzle from Media Storehouse, featuring the captivating image "English gentleman writing a begging letter in a decrepit parlour" by Mary Evans Picture Library. This intricately detailed hand-colored copperplate engraving, inspired by Thomas Rowlandson's illustration, takes you on a journey back in time. As you piece together this beautiful puzzle, you'll find yourself immersed in the drama unfolding in the decrepit parlour, where an English gentleman pens a desperate letter, surrounded by a lawyer and a loanshark. A perfect addition to any puzzle collection or as a thoughtful gift for history or art enthusiasts."
1000 piece puzzles are custom made in Australia and hand-finished on 100% recycled 1.6mm thick laminated puzzle boards. There is a level of repetition in jigsaw shapes with each matching piece away from its pair. The completed puzzle measures 76x50cm and is delivered packaged in an attractive presentation box specially designed to fit most mail slots with a unique magnetic lid
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Estimated Product Size is 76cm x 50.2cm (29.9" x 19.8")
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1. Title: A Desperate Plea for Mercy: An English Gentleman's Agonizing Moment in the Grip of Debt and Bankruptcy This evocative handcoloured copperplate engraving, created by Thomas Rowlandson and published by Rudolph Ackermann in 1817 as part of William Combe's "The Dance of Life," offers a poignant glimpse into the harsh realities of debt and bankruptcy during the Regency era in England. The scene unfolds in a decrepit, dimly lit parlor, where an English gentleman, dressed in a nightgown and cap, is hunched over a table, pen in hand, as he composes a heartfelt begging letter. The weight of his circumstances is palpable, as he looks up in anguish, his eyes pleading with the two onlookers - a stern-faced lawyer and a menacing loanshark. The gentleman's once-proud family, now reduced to a state of despair, is further illustrated by the servant and maid in the background, tending to the fireplace, their expressions a mix of sympathy and resignation. The gentleman's prodigal past is evident in the disarray of the room, with broken furniture, peeling wallpaper, and a tattered carpet. The once-proud Englishman now stands on the precipice of ruin, his salvation resting on the mercy of those before him. The intricately detailed handcoloured engraving, with its rich hues and nuanced shading, transports us back to the Regency era, offering a stark reminder of the human cost of debt and financial misfortune. The caricature, with its satirical undertones, serves as a poignant reminder of the fragility of fortune and the harsh realities of life during this time.
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