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Gentleman presenting a lady with a necklace in a parlor
Gentleman presenting a lady with a necklace in a parlor. She says, Its madness, my friend! Am I worth it? She thinks, The stones are so tiny. Handcoloured lithograph by the Gihaut brothers after an illustration by Swiss artist Jean Gabriel Scheffer from Petites Scenes du Monde, Ce qu on dit et ce qu on pense, Gihaut Freres, Paris, 1829
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Brothers Comedy Dandy Diamonds Flattery Gabriel Gentleman Gihaut Jewelry Monde Necklace Parlor Petites Present Scheffer Stones Insincerity
A2 (42x59cm) Fine Art Print
Step into the elegant world of the past with our exquisite Fine Art Print from Media Storehouse, featuring a captivating moment between a gentleman and a lady, as he presents her with a precious necklace in a beautifully decorated parlor. This evocative image, sourced from Mary Evans Prints Online, transports you back in time with its intricate details and rich colors. Perfect for adding a touch of timeless sophistication to any room, this Rights Managed print is sure to be a cherished addition to your collection.
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Estimated Image Size (if not cropped) is 43.4cm x 42cm (17.1" x 16.5")
Estimated Product Size is 59.4cm x 42cm (23.4" x 16.5")
These are individually made so all sizes are approximate
Artwork printed orientated as per the preview above, with landscape (horizontal) orientation to match the source image.
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In this exquisitely detailed hand-colored lithograph by the Gihaut brothers, we witness a scene of flattery and insincerity unfolding in an elegant 19th-century parlor. The gentleman, impeccably dressed in the fashion of the time, presents a delicate necklace to the lady, who gazes at him with a mixture of surprise and skepticism. The necklace, adorned with tiny stones, is held up against her chest for her inspection. The lady, with a quizzical expression, asks, "Is it madness, my friend! Am I worth it?" The question hangs in the air, as the gentleman's sincerity is called into question. The artist, Jean Gabriel Scheffer, masterfully captures the moment of hesitation and doubt that lingers between the two characters. The interior of the parlor is richly furnished, with plush velvet chairs, ornate mirrors, and delicate floral arrangements adding to the sense of opulence and luxury. The gentleman's attire, complete with a top hat and cane, further emphasizes the dandyish fashion of the time. Despite the apparent comedy of the situation, the scene also speaks to deeper themes of beauty, social status, and the value placed on material possessions. The lady's question challenges the gentleman's motives, and the tiny stones of the necklace serve as a reminder that true worth lies not in material wealth, but in the intangible qualities of love, respect, and genuine admiration. This beautiful and intricately detailed hand-colored lithograph, produced by the Gihaut brothers in Paris in 1829, offers a glimpse into the social scenes and interior decor of the time, as well as the complexities of human relationships and emotions.
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