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Lady and old gentleman in a parlor, 19th century. She says, But how can you live on 6, 000 francs? She thinks, It's enough, you old miser! Handcoloured lithograph by the Gihaut brothers after an illustration by Swiss artist Jean Gabriel Scheffer
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Lady and old gentleman in a parlor, 19th century. She says, But how can you live on 6, 000 francs? She thinks, It's enough, you old miser! Handcoloured lithograph by the Gihaut brothers after an illustration by Swiss artist Jean Gabriel Scheffer
FLO4691517 Lady and old gentleman in a parlor, 19th century. She says, But how can you live on 6, 000 francs? She thinks, It's enough, you old miser! Handcoloured lithograph by the Gihaut brothers after an illustration by Swiss artist Jean Gabriel Scheffer from Petites Scenes du Monde, Ce que que on dit et ce que que on think, Gihaut Freres, Paris, 1829.; (add.info.: Lady and old gentleman in a parlor, 19th century. She says, But how can you live on 6, 000 francs? She thinks, It's enough, you old miser! Handcoloured lithograph by the Gihaut brothers after an illustration by Swiss artist Jean Gabriel Scheffer from Petites Scenes du Monde, Ce que que on dit et ce que que on think, Gihaut Freres, Paris, 1829.); © Florilegius
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This charming 19th-century lithograph captures a humorous exchange between a lady and an old gentleman in a parlor. The scene depicts the lady questioning how the old gentleman can possibly live on just 6,000 francs, while secretly thinking to herself that he is nothing but an old miser. The hand-colored print by the Gihaut brothers after an illustration by Swiss artist Jean Gabriel Scheffer perfectly encapsulates the social dynamics and humor of the era.
The intricate details of the parlor setting, from the elegant furniture to the fashionable attire of the characters, transport us back to a time when such witty banter was commonplace among the bourgeoisie. The subtle expressions on their faces reveal layers of complexity in their relationship – from flattery to insincerity.
As we gaze upon this delightful scene, we are reminded of the artistry and wit that characterized small scenes of everyday life in 19th-century Europe. The juxtaposition of spoken words and unspoken thoughts adds depth and intrigue to this comedic moment captured for eternity in this hand-colored lithograph. It serves as a window into a world where language, social norms, and human nature intersect with humor and grace.
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