Framed Print : Married For Money
Framed Photos From Mary Evans Picture Library
Married For Money
An elegant woman who married for money: she doesn t look very happy... Date: 1889
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Media ID 14276365
© Mary Evans Picture Library
12"x10" Modern Frame
Bring a touch of history and elegance to your home decor with our exquisite Married For Money framed print from Media Storehouse. This captivating image, sourced from Mary Evans Prints Online, dates back to 1889 and depicts an elegant woman, clad in Victorian attire, who appears to be married for wealth rather than love. Her expression reveals a hint of dissatisfaction, adding depth and intrigue to this beautifully preserved piece of the past. Elevate your interior design with this thought-provoking and timeless work of art.
10x8 Print in an MDF Wooden Frame with 180 gsm Satin Finish Paper. Glazed using shatter proof thin plexi glass. Frame thickness is 1 inch and depth 0.75 inch. Fluted cardboard backing held with clips. Supplied ready to hang with sawtooth hanger and rubber bumpers. Spot clean with a damp cloth. Packaged foam wrapped in a card.
Contemporary Framed and Mounted Prints - Professionally Made and Ready to Hang
Estimated Image Size (if not cropped) is 25.4cm x 25.4cm (10" x 10")
Estimated Product Size is 25.4cm x 30.5cm (10" x 12")
These are individually made so all sizes are approximate
Artwork printed orientated as per the preview above, with landscape (horizontal) or portrait (vertical) orientation to match the source image.
EDITORS COMMENTS
Married for Money: An Elegant Woman Who Married for Financial Security, Yet Looks Unhappy (1889) This poignant image captures the essence of a marriage driven by financial necessity rather than love or companionship. Dressed in the height of Victorian fashion, the elegant woman in this photograph appears to be deep in thought, her expression betraying a sense of sadness and resignation. The older man seated beside her, with a smug and self-satisfied expression, seems oblivious to her emotions. Marriage in the late 19th century was often viewed as a means to secure financial stability and social status. Women, in particular, were expected to marry well to ensure a comfortable life. However, such arrangements often came at a cost, as love and companionship took a back seat to financial security. This photograph is a poignant reminder of the societal customs and expectations that once governed marriage. The woman's unhappy expression serves as a stark contrast to the extravagant clothing and opulent surroundings. Her story is one of many from this era, where the pursuit of financial security came at the expense of personal happiness. The image, titled "Married for Money: An Elegant Woman Who Married for Financial Security, Yet Looks Unhappy," is a powerful commentary on the societal norms of the time. It is a reminder of the sacrifices that women made in the name of financial security and the emotional toll it took on them. The photograph, taken in 1889, is a poignant snapshot of a bygone era, where the pursuit of wealth and status overshadowed the importance of love and companionship in marriage.
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