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Punch cartoon: Delicate Attention (engraving)
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Punch cartoon: Delicate Attention (engraving)
6034867 Punch cartoon: Delicate Attention (engraving) by English School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Punch cartoon: Delicate Attention. Illustration for Punch, Volume 72, January - June 1877.); Look and Learn / George Collection
Media ID 23009580
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This vintage Punch cartoon print titled "Delicate Attention" captures the essence of 19th-century British humor and satire. Created by an anonymous English School artist, this engraving was originally published in Punch magazine in 1877. The scene takes place on a picturesque beach along the British coastline. A man and a woman engage in conversation while seated on a beach chair, with a kettle of boiling water placed between them. The woman, referred to as a spinster, seems to be seeking some form of assistance or delicate attention from her male companion. In the background, we see a bathing machine—a popular contraption used during that era for modesty while changing into swimwear—indicating that they are at the seaside. The cartoon cleverly pokes fun at societal norms and gender dynamics prevalent during Victorian times. With its humorous depiction of everyday life and social interactions, this satirical drawing showcases the wit and charm associated with Punch magazine's iconic cartoons. It provides us with insight into both British culture and European society during the late 19th century. This print is part of Fine Art Finder's collection curated from various sources like private collections around Europe. It serves as not only an amusing piece but also as historical documentation reflecting the artistic style and cultural attitudes of its time.
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