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The Rent Day
The Rent Day Date: early 19th century
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Media ID 32265342
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Accommodation Landlord Money Paying Payment Poor Rent Rental Rich Screen Tenant
Jigsaw Puzzle (520 Pieces)
Experience the charm of the past with our exquisite jigsaw puzzle from Media Storehouse, featuring "The Rent Day" by Terry Parker. This captivating puzzle, brought to you by Mary Evans Prints Online, transports you back in time to the early 19th century. Immerse yourself in the rich details of this intriguing scene, where farmers gather to pay their rent to their landlord. With each piece you place, bring this historical moment to life in your own home. A perfect activity for puzzle enthusiasts and history buffs alike, this high-quality puzzle promises a fun and rewarding experience.
Made in the USA, 520-piece puzzles measure 16" x 20" (40.6 x 50.8 cm). Every puzzle is meticulously printed on glossy photo paper, which has a strong 1.33 mm thickness. Delivered in a black storage cardboard box, these puzzles are both stylish and practical. (Note: puzzles contain small parts and are not suitable for children under 3 years of age.)
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Estimated Product Size is 50.8cm x 40.5cm (20" x 15.9")
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.
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The Rent Day" is an evocative and intriguing engraving by Terry Parker, depicting a scene from the early 19th century that continues to resonate with the complexities of the landlord-tenant relationship. The image captures a moment of transaction between a landlord and his tenants, as they gather around a simple table in a dimly lit room. The landlord, a portly man with an air of authority, sits confidently in a high-backed chair, his gaze fixed on the money changing hands. The tenants, dressed in the plain clothing of the working class, sit attentively, their expressions a mix of apprehension and relief. The scene is further enlivened by the presence of a screen, which suggests a degree of privacy and formality to the proceedings. Yet, the atmosphere is far from comfortable. The unequal power dynamic between the landlord and tenants is palpable, as the tenants carefully count out their rent money, their economic vulnerability on full display. The image also serves as a reminder of the importance of home and accommodation in the lives of people, even in an era when the concept of a secure and permanent residence was not a given. The rent day was a regular and often anxiety-inducing event, a time when the financial security of families hinged on their ability to pay their landlord. Despite the clear economic disparities, there is a sense of community and shared experience in the scene. The tenants, though perhaps poorer than their landlord, are united in their shared experience of renting and the rituals that come with it. The engraving offers a glimpse into a bygone era, but the themes of home, accommodation, and the complexities of the landlord-tenant relationship remain relevant today. Terry Parker's "The Rent Day" is a powerful and evocative image, one that invites us to reflect on the enduring nature of human relationships and the role that money and housing play in shaping our lives.
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