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Fine Art Print : CARTOON: GOUT, c1815. Origin of the Gout
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CARTOON: GOUT, c1815. Origin of the Gout
CARTOON: GOUT, c1815.
Origin of the Gout. An upper class man playing the cello finds his gouty leg burned by a devil. Colored etching by Henry William Bunbury, c1815
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Media ID 12234465
1815 Alcohol Burning Cellist Cello Devil Disease Drinking Etching Evil Gout Henry Ugly Upper Class William Bunbury
20"x16" (+3" Border) Fine Art Print
Discover the wit and satire of the past with our Fine Art Print from Media Storehouse, featuring the iconic cartoon "Origin of the Gout" by Henry William Bunbury. Dating back to 1815, this captivating colored etching playfully depicts an upper class man, engrossed in playing the cello, only to have his gouty leg tormented by a mischievous devil. Add a touch of historical humor to your home or office decor with this exquisite work of art from The Granger Collection, now available through Granger Art on Demand.
20x16 image printed on 26x22 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 50.8cm x 36.5cm (20" x 14.4")
Estimated Product Size is 66cm x 55.9cm (26" x 22")
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 cartoon print from 1815, titled "Origin of the Gout" offers a humorous yet thought-provoking depiction of an upper-class man's battle with this painful disease. In the image, we see a well-to-do gentleman engrossed in playing his cello within an elegant interior setting. However, his enjoyment is abruptly interrupted as a mischievous devil appears and maliciously burns his gouty leg. The artist behind this colored etching is Henry William Bunbury, renowned for his satirical works during the early 19th century. Through this clever illustration, Bunbury highlights the connection between excessive drinking and the onset of gout—an ailment commonly associated with indulgent lifestyles prevalent among the upper class at that time. The contrasting elements in this artwork are striking: on one hand, we have an aesthetically pleasing scene featuring beautiful furniture and musical instruments; on the other hand, there is an ugly representation of evil personified by the devil inflicting pain upon our protagonist. This juxtaposition serves as a reminder that even those living privileged lives are not immune to suffering or consequences. As viewers engage with this print from The Granger Collection's Carousel Collection, they are invited to reflect on societal issues such as alcohol consumption and its impact on health. Beyond its artistic value, "Origin of the Gout" prompts us to consider how our choices can lead to unexpected outcomes—a timeless message conveyed through Bunbury's skillful blend of satire and visual storytelling.
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