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Fine Art Print : The New Workhouse Porter, 1866. Artist: John Tenniel
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The New Workhouse Porter, 1866. Artist: John Tenniel
The New Workhouse Porter, 1866. Master Prig (prig is a contemporary word for thief) bemoans the fact that a policeman is now checking prospective entrants to the workhouse. A mother and daughter will be admitted, but Master Prig suggests to his evil-looking companion that they move on to Lambeth. From Punch, or the London Charivari, February 3, 1866
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20"x16" (+3" Border) Fine Art Print
Step into the past with our exquisite Fine Art Print of 'The New Workhouse Porter' by John Tenniel, from Heritage Images. This captivating piece, originally published in 1866, portrays the poignant moment when Master Prig, a workhouse resident, laments the introduction of a policeman to check prospective entrants. John Tenniel's masterful use of line and detail brings the gritty realities of Victorian England to life. Add this timeless work to your collection and let the story unfold in your home or office.
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 36.6cm x 50.8cm (14.4" x 20")
Estimated Product Size is 55.9cm x 66cm (22" x 26")
These are individually made so all sizes are approximate
Artwork printed orientated as per the preview above, with portrait (vertical) orientation to match the source image.
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In this print by John Tenniel, titled "The New Workhouse Porter, 1866" we are transported back to the poverty-stricken streets of 19th century London. The image depicts a scene outside the workhouse where Master Prig, a notorious thief of his time, laments the presence of a vigilant policeman who now screens potential entrants. A mother and her young daughter stand before them, their tattered clothes and worn shawls serving as poignant symbols of their destitution. Despite their desperate circumstances, they have been deemed worthy of admission into the workhouse. However, Master Prig cunningly suggests to his sinister-looking companion that they should seek refuge elsewhere in Lambeth. Tenniel's masterful engraving skillfully captures the hardships faced by those trapped in poverty during this era. The monochrome palette adds depth and intensity to the scene while emphasizing the stark contrast between wealth and deprivation. This thought-provoking artwork serves as a reminder of societal inequalities that persist even today. It sheds light on issues such as crime, law enforcement, gender roles, and class divisions prevalent during that time period. Through its powerful imagery and intricate details, Tenniel's print invites us to reflect upon our own society's treatment of marginalized individuals while appreciating his artistic prowess in capturing an important moment in history.
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