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The Solid Enjoyment of Bottle and Friend, 1774 (colour litho heightened with gouache)
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The Solid Enjoyment of Bottle and Friend, 1774 (colour litho heightened with gouache)
CHT176092 The Solid Enjoyment of Bottle and Friend, 1774 (colour litho heightened with gouache) by English School, (18th century); Bibliotheque Nationale, Paris, France; (add.info.: les jouissances d une bouteille et de l amitie; ); eArchives Charmet; English, out of copyright
Media ID 22916414
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Alcoholic Alcoholism Binge Bottles Candle Drunk Drunkard Excess Friendship Glasses Indulgent Inebriated Thin Tobacco
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The Solid Enjoyment of Bottle and Friend, 1774
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is a captivating snapshot of late-night indulgence in the 18th century. This colour litho print, heightened with gouache, takes us back to an era where excess and pleasure were celebrated. In this lively scene, we witness a group of male friends engaging in their favorite vices. A portly gentleman sits comfortably on a chair, his face beaming with satisfaction as he enjoys the company of his canine companion. His thin friend stands nearby, holding a glass while puffing on a pipe. The room is filled with laughter and camaraderie as they revel in their shared love for alcohol and tobacco. The artist's attention to detail is remarkable - from the flickering candlelight illuminating their animated expressions to the carefully rendered bottles scattered across the table. Each character exudes personality through exaggerated features and comical gestures. This caricature serves as both entertainment and social commentary on excessive drinking habits prevalent during that time period. It reminds us of the fine line between enjoyment and addiction, urging viewers to reflect upon their own relationship with alcohol. "The Solid Enjoyment of Bottle and Friend" transports us into an intimate moment within daily life centuries ago – one that captures not only the pleasures but also the consequences associated with overindulgence.
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