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Monkeys Laundering Ruffs
An engraving satirising the new fashion for ruffs, depicting monkeys dressed in human costume, starching and laundering their neckwear, circa 1635. Engraving by Crispijn van de Passe (Crispin de Passe) (Photo by Hulton Archive/Getty Images)
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Hulton Archive
Media ID 11809430
© 2011 Getty Images
A2 (59.4 x 42cm) Poster Print
Introducing the captivating 'Monkeys Laundering Ruffs' poster print from Media Storehouse's Fine Art Storehouse collection. This intriguing engraving, hailing from the Hulton Archive, offers a satirical take on the fashion trend of the time – ruffs – with a playful twist. Featuring monkeys dressed in human costume and engaged in the meticulous task of starching and laundering their neckwear, this print transports you back to the 17th century. Add a touch of whimsy and historical charm to your space with this unique and thought-provoking poster print.
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 Product Size is 59.4cm x 42cm (23.4" x 16.5")
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.
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Monkeys Laundering Ruffs - A Satirical Glimpse into Bizarre Fashion Trends of the Past
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. Step back in time to the early 17th century with this intriguing print capturing an engraving by Crispijn van de Passe. In a clever act of satire, this artwork pokes fun at the new fashion craze for ruffs, showcasing a large group of monkeys imitating human behavior. The image portrays a scene filled with whimsy and absurdity as these mischievous primates don human costumes while diligently starching and laundering their neckwear. With meticulous attention to detail, van de Passe's engraving brings forth both humor and social commentary on the peculiarities of fashion during that era. In black and white tones, this photograph highlights the intricate lines and textures within each monkey's costume, emphasizing their imitation of humans. The contrast between these animals engaging in mundane chores such as laundry against a backdrop devoid of people adds an extra layer of intrigue to this piece. As you delve deeper into this enchanting artwork, let your imagination run wild as you ponder upon questions about societal norms, individuality, and our eternal fascination with trends throughout history. This extraordinary print from Fine Art Storehouse offers not only visual delight but also serves as a thought-provoking reminder that even centuries ago, satire was used to challenge prevailing customs.
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