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Where Ignorance is Bliss by H M Bateman
Where Ignorance is Bliss by H M Bateman, this illustration shows a man warming his behind in front of the fire while he smokes his pipe. But he is unaware of the flames leaping up his back. His dog is cowering away as he sees the flame and ignorance is definitely bliss in this case as the man is oblivious to his predicament. Date: 1929
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Media ID 14381757
© Estate of H M Bateman/ILN/Mary Evans Picture Library
Amusing Bateman Behind Bliss Case Cowering Flame Flames Ignorance Leaping Oblivious Pipe Predicament Smokes Warming 1929
A4 (29.7 x 21cm) Poster Print
Add a touch of classic humor to your walls with the Media Storehouse range of poster prints featuring H.M. Bateman's iconic illustration, "Where Ignorance is Bliss." This timeless image, available through a rights managed license from Mary Evans Prints Online, depicts a blissfully unaware man warming himself by the fire, oblivious to the flames licking at his back. Bring the charm of Bateman's wit and whimsy into your home with this captivating and intriguing poster print.
Premium quality poster prints are printed on luxurious semi-gloss satin 270 gsm paper. Our meticulously crafted poster prints offer an affordable option for decorating any space, making them ideal for living rooms, bedrooms, offices and beyond. To ensure your poster arrives in good condition, we roll and send them in strong mailing tubes.
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Estimated Product Size is 21.6cm x 30.3cm (8.5" x 11.9")
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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a humorous and thought-provoking illustration by the renowned British satirical artist H.M. Bateman, depicts a man in a cozy scene, warming his backside in front of a roaring fireplace while he contentedly puffs on his pipe. Unbeknownst to him, however, flames are leaping up and licking his back. His dog, acutely aware of the danger, cowers away in fear. The man's blissful ignorance of his predicament is the source of the humor in this 1929 illustration. Bateman's masterful use of shading and perspective adds depth and dimension to the scene, creating a vivid and engaging image. The man's oblivious expression and the dog's fearful demeanor create a stark contrast that highlights the irony of the situation. This illustration is a testament to Bateman's ability to find humor in everyday life and to use it as a commentary on human nature. The image is both amusing and thought-provoking, inviting the viewer to ponder the importance of awareness and the dangers of complacency. The humorous and lighthearted tone of the illustration belies its deeper message, making it a timeless classic that continues to delight and intrigue viewers to this day.
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