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Young man standing in a panelled room, 18th century
Young gentleman standing in a panelled room, 18th century. Copperplate engraving from The Polite Academy, or Instructions for a Genteel Behaviour and Polite Address in Masters and Misses, R. Baldwin, London, 1759
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In this elegant and refined image, a young man stands confidently in a sumptuously panelled room, exuding an air of poise and sophistication. The year is 1759, and this scene is taken from "The Polite Academy, or Instructions for a Genteel Behaviour and Polite Address in Masters and Misses," published by R. Baldwin in London. The young gentleman, dressed in the height of 18th-century fashion, is captured mid-pose, his right hand resting casually on a cane, while his left hand is tucked neatly into his waistcoat. His posture is impeccable, and his gaze is steady and assured. The intricately detailed panelled room, adorned with ornate mouldings and rich fabrics, serves as a fitting backdrop for this lesson in etiquette and manners. This copperplate engraving was undoubtedly part of an educational series designed to teach the genteel arts of comportment and address to young masters and misses of the time. The Polite Academy, as it was known, was a vital resource for those seeking to navigate the complex social landscape of the 18th century. The engraving serves as a reminder of a bygone era, when the art of polite behaviour and genteel manners held great importance in society. The young man's poised and polished demeanour is a testament to the value placed on proper education and the development of good manners and etiquette during this period. This image offers a glimpse into the world of the 18th-century gentleman, and serves as a reminder of the enduring importance of good manners and poise in our own modern society.
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