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Travelling Salesman failing to keep his expenses down
A travelling Salesman (for Sweatem, Grand & Co.) is spectacularly failing to keep his expenses down! He is piling through the whiskey, occupying a private room, wining and dining a pretty girl and partaking of a Champagne supper. The waiter is now arriving with the bill... Date: 1910
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Media ID 18073436
© Mary Evans / Grenville Collins Postcard Collection
Arriving Bill Champagne Cost Dining Drunk Eating Eats Entertaining Expense Expensive Failing Money Private Salesman Supper Travelling Waiter Whiskey Expenses Partaking Wining
22"x18" (58x48cm) Modern Frame
Bring a dash of humor to your home or office with our Media Storehouse Framed Prints featuring the timeless image of 'Travelling Salesman failing to keep his expenses down' by Rights Managed from Mary Evans Prints Online. This classic illustration showcases a mischievous salesman, deep in the throes of indulgence, surrounded by empty whiskey bottles and enjoying a luxurious private room. Add a touch of whimsy and nostalgia to any space with this charming and amusing piece of art. Order now and let the laughter begin!
Wood effect frame, card mounted, 16x12 archival quality photo print. Overall outside dimensions 22x18 inches (58x48cm). Environmentally and ozone friendly, 40mm wide x 15mm 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
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Estimated Image Size (if not cropped) is 39.6cm x 26cm (15.6" x 10.2")
Estimated Product Size is 57.9cm x 47.8cm (22.8" x 18.8")
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 intriguing photograph from 1910, a weary yet merrily indulgent travelling salesman, representing the esteemed firm of Sweatem, Grand & Co., is seen living it up in an expensive establishment. Surrounded by the luxurious trappings of a private room, he raises a glass of whiskey in hand, his face flushed with the effects of alcohol. A pretty young woman, likely an acquaintance or perhaps a client, sits across from him, her own glass of wine in hand, as they share a moment of camaraderie. The scene is set with an extravagant feast, including a platter of fine meats and an array of delectable dishes, evidence of a champagne supper that has no doubt added significantly to the salesman's tab. As the evening wears on, the waiter approaches the table, bearing the inevitable bill. The salesman's expression suggests a momentary pause, perhaps a realization of the financial consequences of his indulgences. Yet, the promise of closing a deal or the allure of the moment may be too strong to resist. The photograph captures a fleeting moment of excess, a snapshot of a salesman's life on the road, where the pressures of business and the temptations of pleasure often collide. This evocative image offers a glimpse into the past, a time when the art of selling was as much about charm and charisma as it was about numbers and figures. It is a reminder that even the most disciplined of businessmen may, on occasion, let their guard down and indulge in the pleasures of the road.
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