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A Henpecked Husband
A Henpecked Husband. A henpecked man is controlled by and a little frightened of a woman, especially his wife. Date: circa 1909
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Media ID 32347186
© Mary Evans / Grenville Collins Postcard Collection
Anthropomorphic Archetypal Control Controlled Controls Feathers Fright Frightened Husband Scared Scary Transforming Turning Wings Henpecked
11"x8.5" Photo Print
Introducing the captivating 'A Henpecked Husband' print from our Media Storehouse collection, exclusively sourced from Mary Evans Prints Online. This charming turn-of-the-century illustration by Grenville Collins depicts a humorous yet endearing scene of a henpecked husband, adding a touch of vintage whimsy to any space. Bring this timeless image into your home and add a delightful conversation starter to your decor. Order now and relish the nostalgic charm of this cherished piece of art.
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 Image Size (if not cropped) is 27.9cm x 17.8cm (11" x 7")
Estimated Product Size is 27.9cm x 21.6cm (11" x 8.5")
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.
EDITORS COMMENTS
This vintage print captures the essence of a henpecked husband, a man who is controlled and intimidated by his wife. The image, dating back to circa 1909, shows the archetypal dynamic between a put-upon husband and his shouting, angry wife. The husband appears scared and frightened as he turns away from his wife, who seems to be transforming into an anthropomorphic creature with wings and feathers.
The scene is one of control and power imbalance, with the wife clearly in charge and the husband cowering in fear. The concept of being henpecked was common in the early 1900s, reflecting societal norms around gender roles and expectations within marriage.
As we look at this image today, it serves as a reminder of how far we have come in terms of gender equality and mutual respect within relationships. While humorous on the surface, there is also a deeper message about the importance of communication, compromise, and shared decision-making in any partnership.
Grenville Collins has captured this moment perfectly through his lens, bringing to life a timeless scenario that still resonates with audiences over a century later.
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