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Victorian satirical cartoon, The Miser and the Dandy
Vintage engraving of a victorian satirical cartoon, 19th Century. The Satires of Cynicus. The Miser and the Dandy
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1890s Allegory Banker Banking Cartoon Character Characters Colour Colours Comedy Financial Advisor Folly Fool Humor Humour Image Created 1890 1899 Mature Man Retro Satire Satirical Styles Victorian Wealth Young Man Young Men Dandy Ebenezer Ebenezer Scrooge Financial Occupation Foolish Miser Miserly Scrooge
Postcards (8 pack of A6)
Set of 8, A6 Postcards, featuring the same image on all cards in a set. Printed on 350gsm premium white satin card, the back of the postcard includes space to write messages and an area for the address and stamp. Size of each postcard is 15cm x 10.6cm.
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Estimated Product Size is 15cm x 10.6cm (5.9" x 4.2")
These are individually made so all sizes are approximate
Artwork printed orientated as per the preview above, with landscape (horizontal) or portrait (vertical) orientation to match the source image.
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This vintage engraving of a Victorian satirical cartoon, titled "The Miser and the Dandy" takes us back to the 19th century with its intricate details and clever allegory. Created by Cynicus as part of his renowned series "The Satires of Cynicus" this print captures the essence of societal folly through humor and wit. In this scene, we see two contrasting characters: a miserly banker representing wealth and greed, and a flamboyant dandy embodying extravagance and foolishness. The color palette adds vibrancy to their exaggerated personalities, highlighting their stark differences. The mature man portrays Ebenezer Scrooge-like qualities, emphasizing his obsession with money while neglecting life's joys. On the other hand, the young dandy symbolizes frivolity and imprudence in pursuit of fleeting pleasures. Together they represent opposing ends on the spectrum of financial occupation. Through this satirical illustration, we are reminded that excessive attachment to material wealth can lead one astray from true happiness. It serves as both a critique on society's obsession with money during that era and a timeless reminder about finding balance in our own lives. This retro print not only showcases exceptional artistic skill but also offers an insightful commentary on human nature that remains relevant even today.
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