Poster Print : The Garret and the Conservatory': Cleric with multiple livings cannot think why the poor were not content to go home after Sunday service and spend the rest of the day there. Cartoon from Punch, London, 1852

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The Garret and the Conservatory': Cleric with multiple livings cannot think why the poor were not content to go home after Sunday service and spend the rest of the day there. Cartoon from Punch, London, 1852

527913 The Garret and the Conservatory': Cleric with multiple livings cannot think why the poor were not content to go home after Sunday service and spend the rest of the day there. Cartoon from Punch, London, 1852.; Universal History Archive/UIG

Media ID 38310202

© Universal History Archive/UIG / Bridgeman Images

1852 Class Cleric Conservatory Content Garret Multiple Plenty Punch Rest Service Spend Sunday Taking A Rest

18x24 inch Poster Print

"Step back in time with our stunning Poster Print from the Media Storehouse range, featuring 'The Garret and the Conservatory': Cleric with multiple livings cannot think why the poor were not content to go home after Sunday service and spend the rest of the day there. This delightful cartoon, originally published in Punch magazine in 1852, is now available as a high-quality print for you to treasure. With its witty commentary on Victorian society, this poster is sure to delight history buffs and art lovers alike."

Poster prints are budget friendly enlarged prints in standard poster paper sizes. Printed on 150 gsm Matte Paper for a natural feel and supplied rolled in a tube. Great for framing and should last many years. To clean wipe with a microfiber, non-abrasive cloth or napkin. Our Archival Quality Photo Prints and Fine Art Paper Prints are printed on higher quality paper and the choice of which largely depends on your budget.

Poster prints are budget friendly enlarged prints in standard poster paper sizes (A0, A1, A2, A3 etc). Whilst poster paper is sometimes thinner and less durable than our other paper types, they are still ok for framing and should last many years. Our Archival Quality Photo Prints and Fine Art Paper Prints are printed on higher quality paper and the choice of which largely depends on your budget.

Estimated Product Size is 61.6cm x 46.3cm (24.3" x 18.2")

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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EDITORS COMMENTS
This satirical cartoon from 'Punch' in 1852 titled "The Garret and the Conservatory" humorously depicts a cleric with multiple livings pondering why the poor were not content to go home after Sunday service and spend the rest of the day there. The image captures the social commentary of class divide and poverty in nineteenth century Britain, highlighting the disconnect between those in positions of privilege and those struggling to make ends meet. The contrast between the luxurious conservatory and humble garret symbolizes the disparity in living conditions between different social classes during this time period. The cleric's confusion at why the poor would not be satisfied with their meager surroundings reflects a lack of empathy and understanding towards their plight. Through clever satire, this cartoon sheds light on issues of wealth inequality, societal expectations, and perceptions of contentment. It serves as a reminder that perspective plays a crucial role in how we view others' circumstances and challenges us to consider our own biases when it comes to class distinctions. Overall, "The Garret and the Conservatory" is a thought-provoking piece that continues to resonate today as we strive for greater equality and compassion towards all members of society.

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