Photographic Print : A LADY AND HER BILLS

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A LADY AND HER BILLS

A dejected lady seeks comfort in coffee as she contemplates bills for dresses, shawls, carpets, lingerie, flowers and ribbons Date: circa 1815

Mary Evans Picture Library makes available wonderful images created for people to enjoy over the centuries

Media ID 20145651

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1815 Bills Carpets Coffee Comfort Contemplates Dejected Dresses Invoices Lingerie Money Pillows Receipts Regency Ribbons Seeks Shawls Sofa Tassels Furniture

12"x8" Photo Print

Bring timeless charm into your home with our exquisite selection from the Media Storehouse range of Photographic Prints. This captivating image, titled "A Lady and Her Bills" from Mary Evans Prints Online, transports you back in time to the early 19th century. Witness the poignant moment as a dejected lady contemplates her mounting bills for dresses, shawls, carpets, lingerie, flowers, and ribbons. Each print is meticulously reproduced to preserve the rich details and authenticity of the original artwork. Add this stunning piece to your collection and infuse your space with a touch of history and elegance.

Photo prints are produced on Kodak professional photo paper resulting in timeless and breath-taking prints which are also ideal for framing. The colors produced are rich and vivid, with accurate blacks and pristine whites, resulting in prints that are truly timeless and magnificent. Whether you're looking to display your prints in your home, office, or gallery, our range of photographic prints are sure to impress. Dimensions refers to the size of the paper in inches.

Our Photo Prints are in a large range of sizes and are printed on Archival Quality Paper for excellent colour reproduction and longevity. They are ideal for framing (our Framed Prints use these) at a reasonable cost. Alternatives include cheaper Poster Prints and higher quality Fine Art Paper, the choice of which is largely dependant on your budget.

Estimated Product Size is 20.3cm x 30.5cm (8" x 12")

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.

EDITORS COMMENTS
This evocative image from circa 1815, titled 'A Lady and Her Bills,' captures the essence of the Regency era's complex relationship with consumer culture. The dejected lady, dressed in the height of fashionable Empire style, sits on a plush sofa adorned with tassels and pillows, her expression a mixture of sadness and contemplation. Surrounding her are an array of bills, receipts, invoices, and trade documents, detailing the expenses for dresses, shawls, carpets, lingerie, flowers, and ribbons. The extravagant items, symbols of the latest Regency trends, are a stark contrast to the economic reality of the time. The Regency period, known for its opulence and excess, saw a burgeoning consumer society. Women, in particular, were expected to maintain a certain standard of elegance and refinement, leading to a thriving trade in fashionable goods. However, the cost of living up to these expectations was high, and many women, like the one in this print, found themselves burdened by mounting debts. As she cradles a cup of coffee, the lady seems to be seeking solace in the simple pleasure of the moment, a brief reprieve from the financial pressures that weigh heavily upon her. The coffee, a common beverage during this time, was believed to provide comfort and energy, making it an appropriate companion for those facing the challenges of daily life. This poignant image offers a glimpse into the lives of women during the Regency era, highlighting the tension between the desire for material possessions and the financial realities of maintaining them. It serves as a reminder of the enduring human struggle to balance desire and necessity, a struggle that continues to resonate with us today.

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