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The Duke of Wellington and the Maniac (engraving)
2796540 The Duke of Wellington and the Maniac (engraving) by English School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: The Duke of Wellington and the Maniac. Illustration for Chatterbox, 1891. Digitally cleaned image.); © Look and Learn
Media ID 22697440
© Look and Learn / Bridgeman Images
Apsley House Bedlam Busy Desk Duke Of Wellington Maniac
14"x16" Premium Frame
Contemporary style Premium Wooden Frame with 8"x10" Print. Complete with 2" White Mat and 1.25" thick MDF frame. Printed on 260 gsm premium paper. Glazed with shatter proof UV coated acrylic glass. Backing is paper covered backing with rubber bumpers. Supplied ready to hang with a pre-installed sawtooth/wire hanger. Care Instructions: Spot clean with a damp cloth. Securely packaged in a clear plastic bag and envelope in a reinforced cardboard shipper
FSC Real Wood Frame and Double Mounted with White Conservation Mountboard - Professionally Made and Ready to Hang
Estimated Image Size (if not cropped) is 20.3cm x 25.4cm (8" x 10")
Estimated Product Size is 35.6cm x 40.6cm (14" x 16")
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.
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This engraving, titled "The Duke of Wellington and the Maniac" takes us back to 19th century London. The image showcases a busy scene within Apsley House, the residence of the renowned Duke of Wellington. In this intriguing composition by an English School artist, we witness an unexpected encounter between the distinguished duke and a troubled maniac. The contrast between these two figures is strikingly portrayed; while the duke sits composed at his desk, engrossed in his work as a leader and strategist, the maniac stands beside him with wild eyes and disheveled hair. This juxtaposition raises questions about sanity, power dynamics, and perhaps even empathy. The setting itself adds depth to this narrative: Apsley House was once known as "Number One London" due to its grandeur. Yet here we see that even within such opulence, mental illness can still touch lives. Through meticulous digital cleaning techniques employed on this print from Chatterbox magazine in 1891, every detail comes alive with clarity. The fine lines etched by Bridgeman Images invite viewers to explore each element - from the intricate patterns on furniture to subtle expressions on faces. "The Duke of Wellington and the Maniac" offers a thought-provoking glimpse into history's intersection with human psychology. It serves as a reminder that beneath titles and positions lie complex individuals who navigate their own internal battles amidst societal expectations.
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