Travel impressions

Wall Art and Photo Gifts from Mary Evans Picture Library

Travel impressions

Travel impressions. Illustration shows a vignette cartoon depicting scenes from travel, such as a shocked woman confronted by a US Customs scarecrow; a distorted view of Pisa aided by a wonderful quality of chianti; a Dutch woman exchanging her traditional costume for the latest Parisian fashions after the tourists have gone home; a composite of images from one of those hurried tours around the world, compressing sites from many places into a single image/impression; ruins that remind the traveler of construction projects back home; a woman sitting on a lonely beach populated with signs for the many different seas she has encountered while traveling; and what may be a self-portrait of the artist sending postcards from places around the world, while never leaving home. Date 1914 August 29. Travel impressions. Illustration shows a vignette cartoon depicting scenes from travel, such as a shocked woman confronted by a US Customs scarecrow; a distorted view of Pisa aided by a wonderful quality of chianti; a Dutch woman exchanging her traditional costume for the latest Parisian fashions after the tourists have gone home; a composite of images from one of those hurried tours around the world, compressing sites from many places into a single image/impression; ruins that remind the traveler of construction projects back home; a woman sitting on a lonely beach populated with signs for the many different seas she has encountered while traveling; and what may be a self-portrait of the artist sending postcards from places around the world, while never leaving home. Date 1914 August 29

Mary Evans Picture Library makes available wonderful images created for people to enjoy over the centuries

Media ID 7339132

© Mary Evans Picture Library 2015 - https://copyrighthub.org/s0/hub1/creation/maryevans/MaryEvansPictureID/10607640

Impressions Puck

FEATURES IN THESE COLLECTIONS

> Arts > Artists > Related Images

> Arts > Literature > Magazines

EDITORS COMMENTS
is a captivating and humorous vignette cartoon from 1914, showcasing a series of travel-inspired scenes that continue to resonate with wanderlust and the joys and challenges of exploration a century later. The illustration, created on August 29, 1914, offers a delightful and whimsical glimpse into the experiences of early 20th-century travelers. The cartoon opens with a shocked woman encountering a US Customs scarecrow, a humorous nod to the rigors of international travel. Next, we find a distorted view of Pisa, aided by the "wonderful quality of Chianti," offering a lighthearted take on the iconic Italian landmark. A Dutch woman exchanging her traditional costume for the latest Parisian fashions after the tourists have gone home reflects the allure of embracing new cultures and experiences. A composite of images from one of those hurried tours around the world compresses sites from many places into a single impression, reminding us of the sensory overload that can come with travel. Ruins that remind the traveler of construction projects back home offer a humorous juxtaposition, while a woman sitting on a lonely beach populated with signs for the many different seas she has encountered while traveling evokes a sense of longing and wanderlust. The final scene may be a self-portrait of the artist sending postcards from places around the world, while never leaving home, a poignant reminder of the power of imagination and the human desire to explore, even from the comfort of our own homes. This charming and timeless illustration continues to inspire and delight, offering a glimpse into the complexities and joys of travel a century ago.

MADE IN AUSTRALIA
Safe Shipping with 30 Day Money Back Guarantee

FREE PERSONALISATION*
We are proud to offer a range of customisation features including Personalised Captions, Color Filters and Picture Zoom Tools

SECURE PAYMENTS
We happily accept a wide range of payment options so you can pay for the things you need in the way that is most convenient for you

* Options may vary by product and licensing agreement. Zoomed Pictures can be adjusted in the Cart.