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English Lady and English Gentleman by Garretto
Caricature of a typical English man and woman in 1928, the lady looking resolute and determined with long feet and the gentleman having started the day with a cold bath. The Graphic questions whether Garrettos view of the English is faithful and decides not!
1928
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Media ID 23067948
© Illustrated London News Ltd/Mary Evans
Caricatures Gentleman May18 Tails Typical Englishness
A4 (29.7 x 21cm) Poster Print
Step back in time with our exquisite selection of Media Storehouse Poster Prints featuring the charming caricature of an English Lady and Gentleman by Garrett, published by Illustrated London News Ltd/Mary Evans from Mary Evans Prints Online. This delightful illustration, originally from 1928, captures the essence of English tradition with the resolute and determined lady, her long feet firmly planted, and the gentleman, having braved a cold bath to start his day. Add a touch of vintage elegance to your home or office with these beautifully printed poster prints, perfect for any room or occasion.
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.
Poster prints are budget friendly enlarged prints in standard poster paper sizes (A0, A1, A2, A3 etc). Whilst poster paper is sometimes thinner and less durable than our other paper types, they are still ok for framing and should last many years. Our Archival Quality Photo Prints and Fine Art Paper Prints are printed on higher quality paper and the choice of which largely depends on your budget.
Estimated Image Size (if not cropped) is 19.2cm x 30.3cm (7.6" x 11.9")
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 portrait (vertical) orientation to match the source image.
EDITORS COMMENTS
This caricature, entitled "English Lady and English Gentleman," was created by the renowned Italian artist, Garretti, in 1928. The image presents a humorous and satirical take on the stereotypical English man and woman of the time. The lady, clad in a long, flowing skirt and a determined expression, is depicted with an umbrella in hand and a resolute look on her face, suggesting her readiness to face the unpredictable English weather. Her long, elegant feet, encased in high heels, are poised and confident, exuding an air of sophistication and grace. The gentleman, on the other hand, is shown in his formal attire, complete with a top hat and tails, a monocle in one eye, and a cane in hand. However, the caption beneath the image, penned by The Graphic, questions the faithfulness of Garretti's depiction of the English. The gentleman is shown with a surprised and disheveled expression, as if he had just been startled, and his feet are shown with bare toes, suggesting that he had begun his day with a cold bath. The caricature raises intriguing questions about the nature of Englishness and the stereotypes that were prevalent during the interwar period. While Garretti's depiction of the English lady may be somewhat accurate, the image of the English gentleman, with his unexpected bare feet, challenges the notion of the quintessential English gentleman, adding a layer of complexity to our understanding of this cultural construct. Overall, this caricature serves as a fascinating glimpse into the past, offering a humorous yet insightful commentary on the English identity and the enduring power of stereotypes.
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