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A Henpecked Husband
A Henpecked Husband. A henpecked man is controlled by and a little frightened of a woman, especially his wife. Date: circa 1909
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Media ID 32347186
© Mary Evans / Grenville Collins Postcard Collection
Anthropomorphic Archetypal Control Controlled Controls Feathers Fright Frightened Husband Scared Scary Transforming Turning Wings Henpecked
22"x18" (58x48cm) Modern Frame
Bring a touch of classic humor into your home with our Framed Prints from Media Storehouse, featuring Grenville Collins' charming illustration "A Henpecked Husband" from Mary Evans Prints Online. Dating back to circa 1909, this delightful image captures the essence of a henpecked husband, adding a splash of wit and nostalgia to any space. Our high-quality frames are designed to preserve and enhance the beauty of this timeless artwork, making it a perfect gift for friends or a thoughtful addition to your own collection.
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 25.2cm (15.6" x 9.9")
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.
EDITORS COMMENTS
This vintage print captures the essence of a henpecked husband, a man who is controlled and intimidated by his wife. The image, dating back to circa 1909, shows the archetypal dynamic between a put-upon husband and his shouting, angry wife. The husband appears scared and frightened as he turns away from his wife, who seems to be transforming into an anthropomorphic creature with wings and feathers.
The scene is one of control and power imbalance, with the wife clearly in charge and the husband cowering in fear. The concept of being henpecked was common in the early 1900s, reflecting societal norms around gender roles and expectations within marriage.
As we look at this image today, it serves as a reminder of how far we have come in terms of gender equality and mutual respect within relationships. While humorous on the surface, there is also a deeper message about the importance of communication, compromise, and shared decision-making in any partnership.
Grenville Collins has captured this moment perfectly through his lens, bringing to life a timeless scenario that still resonates with audiences over a century later.
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