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FRANCE: DOMESTIC DISPUTE. The Great Quarrel, or Who Wears the Pants? Stencil-colored wood engraving, c1822-8, from Images d Epinal, published by Jean-Charles Pellerin at Epinal, France
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FRANCE: DOMESTIC DISPUTE. The Great Quarrel, or Who Wears the Pants? Stencil-colored wood engraving, c1822-8, from Images d Epinal, published by Jean-Charles Pellerin at Epinal, France
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1820s Argument Bradley Smith Child Daughter Dispute Domestic Epinal Family Fire Place Hearth Home Husband Jean Pants Peasant Pellerin Satire Violence Wife
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FRANCE: DOMESTIC DISPUTE. The Great Quarrel, or Who Wears the Pants? Stencil-colored wood engraving, c1822-8, from Images d Epinal, published by Jean-Charles Pellerin at Epinal, France captures a moment of intense family drama and social commentary. In this vividly depicted scene, we witness a heated argument unfolding within the walls of a humble French home. The composition centers around a distressed husband and wife engaged in an animated dispute over who holds power in their household. Symbolizing their struggle for dominance are the pants hanging prominently on the wall - an emblematic representation of authority traditionally associated with men. Meanwhile, their children observe anxiously as they bear witness to this clash of wills. Surrounding them is a cast of characters that adds depth to the narrative: a mischievous daughter clutching her pet cat; a son seeking solace beside his loyal dog; and even a peasant woman observing from afar. These figures represent different facets of society affected by domestic conflicts and serve as witnesses to its consequences. Through satire and sharp social critique, this artwork sheds light on gender dynamics prevalent during early 19th-century France. It prompts us to reflect upon power struggles within households and challenges traditional roles assigned to men and women. This print from Granger Art on Demand's Carousel Collection invites viewers into an era where art served as both entertainment and reflection on societal issues.
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