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Metal Print : Topsy Turvey, or our Antipodes, 1854. Refined English ladies in crinolines waiting on rough and unkempt gold prospectors in Australia during the Gold Rush
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Topsy Turvey, or our Antipodes, 1854. Refined English ladies in crinolines waiting on rough and unkempt gold prospectors in Australia during the Gold Rush
FLO4995435 Topsy Turvey, or our Antipodes, 1854. Refined English ladies in crinolines waiting on rough and unkempt gold prospectors in Australia during the Gold Rush. Handcoloured etching by John Leech from Follies of the Year, from Punchos Pocket Books, Bradbury, London, 1864.; (add.info.: Topsy Turvey, or our Antipodes, 1854. Refined English ladies in crinolines waiting on rough and unkempt gold prospectors in Australia during the Gold Rush. Handcoloured etching by John Leech from Follies of the Year, from Punchos Pocket Books, Bradbury, London, 1864.); © Florilegius
Media ID 38349694
© © Florilegius / Bridgeman Images
Blowjob Comedy Crinoline Dessin Satirique Follies Of The Year Gold Rush Handcoloured Etching John Leech Piano Pocket Books Prospectors Punchos Pocket Books Topsy Turvey
16"x24" (61x41cm) Metal Print
Step into a bygone era with Media Storehouse's stunning Metal Prints featuring 'Topsy Turvey, or our Antipodes' (1854) from Bridgeman Images. This captivating scene captures refined English ladies in crinolines awaiting rough and unkempt gold prospectors during the Australian Gold Rush of 1854. A unique blend of elegance and ruggedness, this metal print is a must-have for anyone fascinated by history's most iconic moments.
Made with durable metal and luxurious printing techniques, our metal photo prints go beyond traditional canvases, adding a cool, modern touch to your space. Wall mount on back. Eco-friendly 100% post-consumer recycled ChromaLuxe aluminum surface. The thickness of the print is 0.045". Featuring a Scratch-resistant surface and Rounded corners. Backing hangers are attached to the back of the print and float the print 1/2-inch off the wall when hung, the choice of hanger may vary depending on size and International orders will come with Float Mount hangers only. Finished with a brilliant white high gloss surface for unsurpassed detail and vibrance. Printed using Dye-Sublimation and for best care we recommend a non-ammonia glass cleaner, water, or isopropyl (rubbing) alcohol to prevent harming the print surface. We recommend using a clean, lint-free cloth to wipe off the print. The ultra-hard surface is scratch-resistant, waterproof and weatherproof. Avoid direct sunlight exposure.
Made with durable metal and luxurious printing techniques, metal prints bring images to life and add a modern touch to any space
Estimated Product Size is 61.5cm x 41.2cm (24.2" x 16.2")
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 print, titled "Topsy Turvey, or our Antipodes, 1854," offers a humorous glimpse into the clash of cultures during the Australian Gold Rush. In this scene, refined English ladies in crinolines are depicted waiting on rough and unkempt gold prospectors in Australia. The contrast between the elegant women and the rugged miners creates a comical juxtaposition that highlights the social divide of the time.
Created by John Leech for Punch's Pocket Books in 1864, this hand-colored etching captures the absurdity of Victorian society's obsession with wealth and status. The scene is filled with details that add to the humor, such as a piano being played in an outdoor setting and gentlemen smoking pipes while engaging in card games.
Through his scathing satire, Leech pokes fun at both British colonial attitudes towards Australia and societal norms of class distinction. The title "Topsy Turvey" suggests a topsy-turvy world where expectations are turned upside down, emphasizing the absurdity of placing value on outward appearances.
Overall, this print serves as a reminder not to take ourselves too seriously and to appreciate the humor found in everyday life. It invites viewers to reflect on how perceptions can be skewed by societal constructs and challenges us to question our own assumptions about class and culture.
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