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Fleet Marriages (engraving)
2786949 Fleet Marriages (engraving) by Browne, Hablot Knight (Phiz) (1815-92) (after); Private Collection; (add.info.: Fleet Marriages. Illustration for The Chronicles of Crime or The New Newgate Calendar by Camden Pelham with original drawings by Phiz (Thomas Tegg, 1841).); © Look and Learn
Media ID 23457744
© Look and Learn / Bridgeman Images
20"x16" (51x41cm) Canvas Print
Bring timeless beauty into your home with Media Storehouse's Canvas Prints. This exquisite piece showcases "Fleet Marriages (engraving)" by Hablot Knight Browne, also known as Phiz. Inspired by an engraving from Bridgeman Images through Fine Art Finder, this captivating artwork captures the essence of a historical moment. Each Canvas Print is meticulously crafted with premium materials, ensuring vibrant colors and sharp details that bring the intricate lines and textures of this classic engraving to life. Add a touch of history and artistry to your space with Media Storehouse's Canvas Prints.
Delivered stretched and ready to hang our premium quality canvas prints are made from a polyester/cotton blend canvas and stretched over a 1.25" (32mm) kiln dried knot free wood stretcher bar. Packaged in a plastic bag and secured to a cardboard insert for safe transit.
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Estimated Product Size is 40.6cm x 50.8cm (16" x 20")
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.
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This print captures the essence of Fleet Marriages, a notorious chapter in history filled with intrigue and scandal. The engraving, created by Browne, Hablot Knight (Phiz) in 1815-92, depicts a scene from The Chronicles of Crime or The New Newgate Calendar by Camden Pelham. The image transports us back to the dark underbelly of London's past, where clandestine unions known as "Fleet Marriages" took place. These secret ceremonies were conducted at the Fleet Prison during the 17th and 18th centuries when marriage laws were more relaxed than elsewhere in England. Couples would flock to this infamous location seeking quick nuptials without legal complications. The engraving showcases Phiz's exceptional talent for capturing both the drama and emotion surrounding these illicit unions. Through intricate details and masterful shading techniques, he brings to life a moment charged with anticipation and forbidden love. This print serves as a reminder of how crime can often intertwine with romance throughout history. It is an intriguing glimpse into an era when desperate lovers risked everything for their happily ever after. Displayed proudly in private collections worldwide, this iconic artwork continues to captivate viewers with its historical significance and artistic brilliance. As we gaze upon it today, we are transported back to a time when Fleet Marriages held both infamy and allure within society's collective imagination.
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