Poster Print : The man we would like to strangle
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The man we would like to strangle
" The man we would like to strangle." from " The Sketch Book & Winters Pie". A room full of people look fed up as a man recounts his fishing stories during a thaw at a Winter Sports Hotel. Date: 1928- 1929
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18x24 inch Poster Print
"Bring a hint of wry humor to your walls with the 'The man we would like to strangle' poster print from Media Storehouse. This classic illustration, sourced from Mary Evans Prints Online, captures the exasperated expressions of a room full of people as one man regales them with his endless fishing tales during a winter thaw. Add a touch of charm and amusement to any room in your home or office with this beautifully printed and framed poster. The perfect gift for anyone who has ever felt the urge to interrupt a long-winded storyteller!"
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 46.3cm x 61.6cm (18.2" x 24.3")
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
The Man We Would Like to Strangle": A Timeless Illustration of Annoyance and Patience at a Winter Sports Hotel, 1928-1929 In this illustration from "The Sketch Book & Winter's Pie," a man regales his fellow hotel guests with an overly lengthy and boastful fishing tale, leaving the room full of men looking increasingly fed up and annoyed. The scene, set in a cozy yet crowded hotel room during a winter thaw, is a testament to the timeless frustration of listening to someone tell a tedious story. The man in question, with a smug expression and an angler's hat perched atop his head, recounts his latest fishing exploits with relish. His audience, however, is far from enthralled. One man covers his face with a newspaper, another rolls his eyes, and a third leans back in his chair with a look of exasperation. The room is filled with a palpable sense of annoyance and longing for the story to come to an end. The illustration, created between 1928 and 1929, is a masterclass in body language and facial expressions. The artist expertly captures the nuances of human emotion, from the subtle eye rolls to the more overt signs of frustration. The use of warm colors and intricate details adds to the cozy, inviting atmosphere of the hotel room, making it all the more frustrating that the man's story is ruining the peaceful ambiance. This illustration is a reminder that, no matter the era, the annoyance of listening to someone tell a long-winded story is a universal experience. It is a charming and relatable snapshot of human nature, and a testament to the power of illustration to capture the nuances of everyday life.
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