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Antique Framed Print : "Making Decent", cartoon showing William Wilberforce (1759-1833
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"Making Decent", cartoon showing William Wilberforce (1759-1833
GHL60001 " Making Decent", cartoon showing William Wilberforce (1759-1833) covering up the statue of Achilles at Hyde Park Corner, by Richard Westmacott (1775-1856), pub. 1822 (litho) by English School; London Metropolitan Archives, City of London; eLondon Metropolitan Archives; English, out of copyright
Media ID 22682064
© London Metropolitan Archives / Bridgeman Images
14"x12" (36x31cm) Antique Frame
Bevelled wood effect frame, card mounted, 10x8 archival quality photo print. Overall outside dimensions 14x12 inches (36x31cm). Environmentally and ozone friendly, the Polycore® moulding has the look of real wood, is durable and light and easy to hang. Biodegradable and made with non-chlorinated gases (no toxic fumes) it is efficient; producing 100 tons of polystyrene can save 300 tons of trees! Prints are glazed with lightweight, shatterproof, optical clarity acrylic (providing the same general protection from the environment as glass). The back is stapled hardboard with a sawtooth hanger attached. Note: To minimise original artwork cropping, for optimum layout, and to ensure print is secure, the visible print may be marginally smaller
Bevelled Wood Effect Framed and Mounted Prints - Professionally Made and Ready to Hang
Estimated Image Size (if not cropped) is 19.1cm x 24.4cm (7.5" x 9.6")
Estimated Product Size is 31.2cm x 36.3cm (12.3" x 14.3")
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.
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Making Decent - A Satirical Take on Morals and Society
EDITORS COMMENTS
. This intriguing print captures a thought-provoking cartoon titled "Making Decent" created in 1822 by Richard Westmacott. The artwork humorously portrays the renowned British politician and abolitionist, William Wilberforce, engaging in an unusual act at Hyde Park Corner. In this satirical scene, we see Wilberforce covering up the statue of Achilles with a cloth. Symbolically representing prudishness and puritanical values, the cartoon aims to comment on societal morals during that era. The artist cleverly uses satire to question whether such strict adherence to moral codes is necessary or even desirable. The lithograph showcases the meticulous engraving skills of an anonymous English School artist from that time period. Through intricate lines and shading techniques, they bring out every detail of this image. With its historical significance intact, this print offers viewers a glimpse into early 19th-century society's attitudes towards morality and social norms. It serves as a reminder that art has long been used as a tool for commentary and reflection on human behavior. Thanks to Bridgeman Images' preservation efforts, we can now appreciate this remarkable piece of artistry once again. This photograph allows us to delve into the past while contemplating how our own society grapples with similar questions about decency today.
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