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The Real Guardian of the Poor! or, A Change for the Better (colour litho)
3648272 The Real Guardian of the Poor! or, A Change for the Better (colour litho) by Morgan, Matthew " Matt" Somerville (1839-90); Private Collection; (add.info.: The Real Guardian of the Poor! or, A Change for the Better. (Dedicated to the Borad og Guardians of St Pancras). Illustration for The Tomahawk, September 4 1869.); © Look and Learn
Media ID 22819276
© Look and Learn / Bridgeman Images
Hardship Poor Law St Pancras Suffering Tomahawk Workhouse Caricatures
A2 (59.4 x 42cm) Poster Print
Bring a touch of history and inspiration to your walls with the Media Storehouse range of Poster Prints featuring "The Real Guardian of the Poor! or, A Change for the Better" by Matthew "Matt" Somerville. This powerful and evocative colour lithograph by the renowned Victorian artist depicts a compassionate and determined figure, often referred to as the 'Real Guardian of the Poor.' The image, filled with hope and the promise of a better future, is a must-have for those seeking to add a thought-provoking and uplifting piece to their home or office decor. With its rich colours and intricate details, this fine art print from Bridgeman Images is sure to make a lasting impression.
A2 Poster (59.4 x 42cm, 23.4" x 16.5" inches) printed on 170gsm Satin Poster Paper. Securely packaged, rolled and inserted into a strong mailing tube and shipped tracked. Poster Prints are of comparable archival quality to our Photographic prints, they are simply printed on thinner Poster Paper. Whilst we only use Photographic Prints in our frames, you can frame Poster Prints if they are carefully supported to prevent sagging over time.
Poster prints are budget friendly enlarged prints in standard poster paper sizes (A0, A1, A2, A3 etc). Whilst poster paper is sometimes thinner and less durable than our other paper types, they are still ok for framing and should last many years. Our Archival Quality Photo Prints and Fine Art Paper Prints are printed on higher quality paper and the choice of which largely depends on your budget.
Estimated Image Size (if not cropped) is 36.6cm x 59.4cm (14.4" x 23.4")
Estimated Product Size is 42cm x 59.4cm (16.5" x 23.4")
These are individually made so all sizes are approximate
Artwork printed orientated as per the preview above, with portrait (vertical) orientation to match the source image.
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The Real Guardian of the Poor! or, A Change for the Better
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is a vibrant and satirical colour lithograph that captures the essence of 19th-century British society. Created by Matthew "Matt". Somerville in 1869, this artwork was dedicated to the Board of Guardians of St Pancras. The image depicts a scene filled with caricatures and humor, shedding light on the poor law and poverty prevalent during that era. The cartoon-like figures represent various societal elements such as workhouses, death, suffering, and political satire. Through its scathing commentary, it criticizes the hardships faced by those living in poverty while highlighting the role played by government institutions like the Board of Guardians. Somerville's illustration originally appeared in The Tomahawk magazine on September 4th, 1869. It showcases his talent for combining wit with artistic skill to deliver a powerful message about social inequality. This print serves as a reminder of Victorian London's struggles with poverty and highlights Britain's political landscape at that time. With its bold colors and exaggerated characters, it captures attention while inviting viewers to reflect on issues still relevant today. As part of private collection now preserved by Look and Learn, this artwork continues to be an important historical artifact representing European society during one of its most transformative periods – both politically and socially.
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