Poster Print : A Weak Link by Bateman
Poster Prints from Mary Evans Picture Library
A Weak Link by Bateman
A Weak Link by Bateman. This illustration is of a man that abstains from all lifes pleasures but reaps his reward financially. Each image shows him holding his had up to fun, gambling, drinking, dancing, golf, cards, racing, fun and frolics, merry moments, billiards, can-can, romance, smoking a pipe, driving, and the devil himself. The last image shows him sitting on a wind-fall of tax returns. Date: 1916
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Media ID 14381767
© Estate of H M Bateman/ILN/Mary Evans Picture Library
Billiards Devil Driving Frolics Gambling Golf Merry Moments Pipe Pleasures Reward Romance Financially Shows
18x24 inch Poster Print
Introducing the Media Storehouse collection of poster prints featuring the timeless artwork "A Weak Link by Bateman." This iconic illustration, sourced from Mary Evans Prints Online, depicts a man who has renounced all worldly pleasures in pursuit of financial success. Add a touch of classic art and wit to your space with this inspiring and thought-provoking poster print. With its intricate details and rich colors, this poster is not just an art piece, but a conversation starter. Order yours today and let the story of "A Weak Link" inspire and motivate you every day.
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
A Weak Link" by Bateman: The Unyielding Pursuit of Financial Success at the Expense of Life's Pleasures (1916) In this illustration by British artist, Max Beerbohm, under the pen name Bateman, we encounter a man who has chosen a peculiar path to financial success. The image series presents the man holding his hand up in rejection to various pleasurable activities, each one symbolizing a different aspect of life's enjoyments: fun, gambling, drinking, dancing, golf, cards, racing, frolics, merry moments, billiards, romance, smoking a pipe, driving, and even the devil himself. The man's unwavering commitment to abstaining from these indulgences is evident in each scene, as he turns away from the temptations that surround him. Yet, the final image reveals the fruits of his labor: a windfall of tax returns, piled high before him. The man sits triumphantly on this financial mountain, having reaped the rewards of his disciplined lifestyle. Bateman's "A Weak Link" masterfully explores the themes of self-denial, sacrifice, and the allure of financial success. The illustration, created in 1916, offers a glimpse into the societal values of the time, where monetary wealth was often seen as the ultimate measure of success. This work of art invites us to ponder the age-old question: Is the price of financial success worth forgoing life's pleasures? The illustration, titled "A Weak Link" by Bateman, is a captivating piece of social commentary from the early 20th century that continues to resonate with audiences today. This image series, with its intriguing narrative and stunning visuals, is a testament to Bateman's artistic talent and his ability to capture the human condition in all its complexity.
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