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You re a brute!! Caudle (coloured engraving)
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You re a brute!! Caudle (coloured engraving)
5234302 You re a brute!! Caudle (coloured engraving) by English School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: You re a brute!! Caudle. Illustration from Mrs Caudles Curtain Lectures, originally published in Punch magazine.); Look and Learn / Valerie Jackson Harris Collection
Media ID 23608434
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7 Deadly Sins Admonishing Anger Angry Bedding Bitterness Disappointed Disappointment Forlorn Furor Great Bed Laziness Lazy Married Melancholia Melancholy Rage Scolding Seven Deadly Sins Telling Off Unhappiness Unhappy Upset Beds Emotions Ephemera Furnish Home Furnishing Upholstered Goods
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This 19th-century coloured engraving titled "You're a brute!! Caudle" captures a humorous and satirical moment in the life of a Victorian couple. The print, part of the Valerie Jackson Harris Collection, is an illustration from Mrs Caudles Curtain Lectures originally published in Punch magazine. In this comical scene, we find Mr and Mrs Caudle engaged in a heated argument within their bedroom. The image depicts the wife scolding her husband for his laziness and apparent lack of consideration. Her anger is palpable as she admonishes him with great fervor while he sits on their grand bed looking both disappointed and slightly amused. The cartoon-like drawing beautifully portrays the emotions involved in this marital dispute - unhappiness, upset, bitterness - all conveyed through exaggerated facial expressions and body language. It offers a glimpse into the dynamics of marriage during that era, highlighting common themes such as disappointment and dissatisfaction. The intricate details of the furniture and furnishings add to the authenticity of this satirical portrayal. The great bed with its upholstered goods creates an opulent backdrop against which this domestic drama unfolds. Overall, this print serves as both entertainment and social commentary on relationships within Victorian society. Its clever blend of humor and criticism invites viewers to reflect on human foibles while appreciating the artistic skill behind it.
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