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Punch cartoon: Faraday Giving His Card to Father Thames (engraving)
6034701 Punch cartoon: Faraday Giving His Card to Father Thames (engraving) by English School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Punch cartoon: Faraday Giving His Card to Father Thames. Illustration for Punch, Volume 29, July - December 1855.); Look and Learn / George Collection
Media ID 23279162
© Look and Learn / George Collection / Bridgeman Images
Allegorical Figure Chemist Dirty Disease Father Thames Filthy Giving Industrial Revolution Michael Faraday Polluted Pollution Public Health Punch Scandal Stench Stink Unhealthy Caricatures Comics
10"x8" (25x20cm) Table Top Metal Print
Bring a touch of historical humor to your home or office with our Media Storehouse Metal Print featuring the iconic Punch cartoon, "Faraday Giving His Card to Father Thames," by Bridgeman Images from Fine Art Finder. This 19th-century engraving, originally published in Punch magazine, depicts the famous scientist Michael Faraday presenting his calling card to the personification of the River Thames. Add a unique and intriguing conversation piece to your space with this high-quality metal print, expertly printed on a durable aluminum sheet and coated with a protective finish for long-lasting beauty. The vibrant colors and impressive detail bring this classic image to life, making it a must-have for art enthusiasts, history buffs, and anyone who appreciates a good laugh.
Table Top Metal Prints feature rounded corners and an easel back for easy display. Available in two sizes, 18x13cm (7x5) or 25x20cm (10x8). Lightweight and vibrant, they are perfect for displaying artwork and are guaranteed to add style to any desk or table top. The unique material is fade, moisture, chemical and scratch resistant to help ensure this art lasts a lifetime.
Made with durable metal and luxurious printing techniques, metal prints bring images to life and add a modern touch to any space
Estimated Product Size is 20.3cm x 25.4cm (8" x 10")
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.
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This print captures a fascinating moment in history, as depicted in the Punch cartoon titled "Faraday Giving His Card to Father Thames". Created by an anonymous English School artist during the 19th century, this satirical engraving offers a humorous take on the state of pollution and public health in London during the Industrial Revolution. The image shows renowned scientist Michael Faraday holding his nose while presenting his card to Father Thames, personified as an allegorical figure representing the polluted river. The filthy water surrounding them symbolizes the scandalous condition of the city's main waterway at that time. This clever caricature highlights both the stench and health hazards caused by industrialization. Through this piece, we witness not only a critique of Victorian Britain but also a reflection on broader European concerns. The presence of German culture is subtly referenced through references to Germany and its people throughout the caption. Furthermore, boats and transportation play significant roles within this artwork, emphasizing their importance within European society. Overall, this historical print serves as a reminder of how art can be used to shed light on social issues while providing entertainment through humor. It invites viewers to contemplate past challenges faced by societies undergoing rapid change due to industrialization and raises questions about our own environmental responsibilities today.
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