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Fine Art Print : Cartoon of a lustful priest listening to a wench's confession while leering at her bosom. Copperplate engraving after a satirical illustration by Timothy Bobbin (John Collier) (1708-1786) from Human Passions Delineated, John Haywood, Manchester
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Cartoon of a lustful priest listening to a wench's confession while leering at her bosom. Copperplate engraving after a satirical illustration by Timothy Bobbin (John Collier) (1708-1786) from Human Passions Delineated, John Haywood, Manchester
FLO4717789 Cartoon of a lustful priest listening to a wench's confession while leering at her bosom. Copperplate engraving after a satirical illustration by Timothy Bobbin (John Collier) (1708-1786) from Human Passions Delineated, John Haywood, Manchester, 1773.; (add.info.: Cartoon of a lustful priest listening to a wench's confession while leering at her bosom. Copperplate engraving after a satirical illustration by Timothy Bobbin (John Collier) (1708-1786) from Human Passions Delineated, John Haywood, Manchester, 1773.); © Florilegius
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21"x14" (+3" Border) Fine Art Print
Explore the humorous and satirical world of Timothy Bobbin with this Fine Art Print from Media Storehouse. This copperplate engraving captures a lustful priest listening to a wench's confession while leering at her bosom, making it a unique and intriguing addition to any art collection.
21x14 image printed on 27x20 Fine Art Rag Paper with 3" (76mm) white border. Our Fine Art Prints are printed on 300gsm 100% acid free, PH neutral paper with archival properties. This printing method is used by museums and art collections to exhibit photographs and art reproductions.
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Estimated Image Size (if not cropped) is 51.3cm x 35.5cm (20.2" x 14")
Estimated Product Size is 68.6cm x 50.8cm (27" x 20")
These are individually made so all sizes are approximate
Artwork printed orientated as per the preview above, with landscape (horizontal) orientation to match the source image.
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This satirical cartoon from the 18th century depicts a lustful priest listening to a wench's confession while leering at her bosom. The priest's expression is one of desire, his eyes fixed on the woman's body as she speaks. This copperplate engraving by Timothy Bobbin (John Collier) captures the scandalous scene with sharp wit and biting commentary on human passions.
The illustration comes from "Human Passions Delineated," published in Manchester in 1773. It is a scathing satire on moral values and religious hypocrisy, highlighting the flaws and vices of society during that time period. The artist uses humor and exaggeration to make a point about the corrupt nature of some individuals in positions of power.
Through this cartoon, Bobbin exposes the darker side of human behavior, particularly when it comes to matters of lust and temptation. The priest's actions are condemned as he takes advantage of his position for personal gratification, betraying his vows and duty to uphold moral standards.
This print serves as a reminder that even those who are meant to guide others spiritually can succumb to their own weaknesses. It is a cautionary tale about the dangers of unchecked desire and the consequences that can arise from giving in to sinful impulses.
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