Premium Framed Print : Mr Punch showing Prince Albert, the Prince Consort, the pathetic condition of British workers used as sweated labour, and hoping things will be improved by the forthcoming Great Exhibition 1851. Cartoon from Punch, London, 1851

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Mr Punch showing Prince Albert, the Prince Consort, the pathetic condition of British workers used as sweated labour, and hoping things will be improved by the forthcoming Great Exhibition 1851. Cartoon from Punch, London, 1851

527912 Mr Punch showing Prince Albert, the Prince Consort, the pathetic condition of British workers used as sweated labour, and hoping things will be improved by the forthcoming Great Exhibition 1851. Cartoon from Punch, London, 1851. ; Universal History Archive/UIG

Media ID 38096788

© Universal History Archive/UIG / Bridgeman Images

1851 Albert Condition Consort Employment Hoping Improved Pathetic Punch Things Forthcoming

17"x15" (43x38cm) Premium Frame

FSC real wood frame with double mounted 10x8 print. Double mounted with white conservation mountboard. Frame moulding comprises stained composite natural wood veneers (Finger Jointed Pine) 39mm wide by 21mm thick. Archival quality Fujifilm CA photo paper mounted onto 1mm card. Overall outside dimensions are 17x15 inches (431x381mm). Rear features Framing tape to cover staples, 50mm Hanger plate, cork bumpers. Glazed with durable thick 2mm Acrylic to provide a virtually unbreakable glass-like finish. Acrylic Glass is far safer, more flexible and much lighter than typical mineral glass. Moreover, its higher translucency makes it a perfect carrier for photo prints. Acrylic allows a little more light to penetrate the surface than conventional glass and absorbs UV rays so that the image and the picture quality doesn't suffer under direct sunlight even after many years. Easily cleaned with a damp cloth. Please note that, to prevent the paper falling through the mount window and to prevent cropping of the original artwork, the visible print may be slightly smaller to allow the paper to be securely attached to the mount without any white edging showing and to match the aspect ratio of the original artwork.

FSC Real Wood Frame and Double Mounted with White Conservation Mountboard - Professionally Made and Ready to Hang

Estimated Image Size (if not cropped) is 24.4cm x 18.5cm (9.6" x 7.3")

Estimated Product Size is 43.1cm x 38.1cm (17" x 15")

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 powerful and thought-provoking cartoon from 'Punch' in London, 1851, depicts Mr. Punch showing Prince Albert the deplorable conditions of British workers who are being exploited as sweated laborers. The image captures the stark reality of poverty and suffering faced by men and women in 19th century Britain. As Prince Albert looks on with concern, Mr. Punch expresses hope that things will be improved by the forthcoming Great Exhibition of 1851. This event was a significant moment in history, showcasing advancements in industry, technology, and culture. The juxtaposition of the opulence expected at the Great Exhibition with the harsh realities of everyday life for British workers is a poignant reminder of the social inequalities prevalent during this time period. It serves as a call to action for reform and improvement in working conditions. Through satire and humor, this cartoon sheds light on important social issues while also highlighting the power of art to provoke change and inspire progress. It is a testament to the enduring impact of political cartoons as a form of commentary on society. This print serves as a historical document capturing both the challenges faced by workers in 19th century Britain and their hopes for a better future through events like the Great Exhibition.

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