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Sacerdotal Amusements; or, the Priest in His Leisure Hours (engraving)
7172236 Sacerdotal Amusements; or, the Priest in His Leisure Hours (engraving) by Cruikshank, Isaac (1756-1811) (after); Private Collection; (add.info.: Sacerdotal Amusements; or, the Priest in His Leisure Hours. Illustration from Cruikshanks Humorous Illustrations of the Unknown Tongues: or, a Peep at the Religious Impostors of 1832 and 1833 (William Strange, George Cowie and G Purkess (London, 1833).); © Look and Learn
Media ID 24703276
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15"x10" (38x25cm) Metal Print
Bring a piece of historical art into your modern home with our Media Storehouse Metal Print of 'Sacerdotal Amusements; or, the Priest in His Leisure Hours' by Isaac Cruikshank after Bridgeman Images. This engraving, originally published in the late 18th century, captures a humorous and lighthearted depiction of a priest engaging in leisure activities. The intricate details and vibrant colors come alive on our high-quality metal print, making it a unique and eye-catching addition to any room. Experience the rich history of art in a contemporary way with Media Storehouse.
Your image is printed photographically and bonded to a 3.5mm thick, Dibond board (black polyethylene sandwiched between two sheets of white coated aluminium). The panel is then sealed with a gloss protective covering. Supplied complete with a wall mount which holds the print 10mm from the wall.
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Estimated Product Size is 25.4cm x 38.1cm (10" x 15")
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Artwork printed orientated as per the preview above, with landscape (horizontal) or portrait (vertical) orientation to match the source image.
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The engraving titled "Sacerdotal Amusements; or, the Priest in His Leisure Hours" captures a satirical scene from the 19th century. Created by Isaac Cruikshank and part of his Humorous Illustrations series, this print offers a glimpse into the world of religious impostors during the early 1800s. In this comical artwork, we see a group of priests engaged in an unexpected pastime - playing cricket. Dressed in their clerical robes and collars, these clergy members take to the field with enthusiasm. The cricket ground is filled with laughter and merriment as they enjoy their leisure time away from their religious duties. Amidst all the fun, however, there is a twist. In one corner of the image stands a devilish figure observing the game with mischievous intent. This inclusion adds an element of satire to the scene, perhaps suggesting that even those dedicated to spiritual matters can succumb to worldly temptations. Through this lighthearted caricature, Cruikshank invites us to reflect on human nature and our ability to find enjoyment outside our expected roles and responsibilities. It serves as both entertainment and commentary on society's perception of religious figures at that time. This intriguing engraving provides not only amusement but also insight into historical attitudes towards religion and leisure activities during the 19th century.
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