Poster Print : Noahs Ark improved, or an attempt to land in the teeth of the wind, Holland
Poster Prints from Liszt Collection
Noahs Ark improved, or an attempt to land in the teeth of the wind, Holland
Noahs Ark improved, or an attempt to land in the teeth of the wind, Holland, William, active 1782-1817, en sanguine engraving 1790, British satire on Charles Stanhopes Toleration Bill of 1789 which was an attempt to remove the yoke of religious obligations on persons seeking public office (cf. Test and Corporation Acts). Despite the fact that a person seeking a position in the clergy was bound by the same obligations, the clergy was opposed to passage of Stanhopes bill, as is shown in this image in which two bishops, standing on shore, prevent Stanhope and his Ark, filled with three sacks bearing labels pertaining to the Penal Laws, from landing
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Media ID 12810729
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1782 1789 1790 1817 Acts Attempt Bearing Bill Bishops Bound Charles Clergy Corporation Fact Filled Holland Improved Landing Laws Nostalgia Nostalgic Office Old Fashioned Passage Person Persons Position Prevent Public Religious Remove Sacks Sanguine Satire Seeking Shore Shown Teeth Test Traditional William Wind Yoke Labels Opposed Penal Stanhope Toleration
A2 (59.4 x 42cm) Poster Print
Experience the captivating artistry of William Liszt's engraving, "Noah's Ark Improved, or an Attempt to Land in the Teeth of the Wind, Holland." This stunning piece from our Media Storehouse Poster Prints collection showcases the intricate details and expressive lines of this 1790 engraving. With its rich, inky hues and timeless imagery, this print is a beautiful addition to any home or office space. Bring the historical charm of this masterpiece into your world and elevate your decor with Media Storehouse's high-quality poster prints.
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 54.2cm x 42cm (21.3" x 16.5")
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.
EDITORS COMMENTS
This vintage print titled "Noah's Ark Improved, or an Attempt to Land in the Teeth of the Wind, Holland" is a captivating piece of British satire from 1790. Created by William Holland, an active artist during the late 18th and early 19th centuries, this sanguine engraving reflects the political climate surrounding Charles Stanhope's Toleration Bill of 1789. The artwork cleverly depicts Stanhope and his Ark sailing towards shore while being confronted by two bishops. These religious figures symbolize the opposition faced by Stanhope's bill, which aimed to remove religious obligations for those seeking public office. The three sacks aboard the Ark bear labels related to Penal Laws, further emphasizing the struggle against these laws. With its intricate engravement and retro-styled design, this historic artwork takes us back in time to explore a significant moment in British history. It showcases not only artistic skill but also serves as a reminder of past cultural and political movements. As we gaze upon this nostalgic image, we are transported to an era when traditional illustrative techniques were highly valued. This old-fashioned yet romantic piece invites us to reflect on our own society's progress while appreciating the rich heritage that has shaped our present-day world.
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