The Old Maid - Thomas Rowlandson
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A satirical etching by Thomas Rowlandson, 'The Old Maid' depicts an older woman attempting to rejuvenate her appearance with the help of two younger attendants, while her mirror reveals a less flattering truth.
Thomas Rowlandson, a British artist active in the late 18th and early 19th centuries, is best known for his satirical caricatures and social commentaries. Rowlandson's prints often lampooned the follies and excesses of Georgian society, employing a distinctive style characterised by energetic lines and humorous exaggeration. His work provides insight into the social customs and attitudes of his time. 'The Old Maid' presents a scene of vanity and self-deception. An older woman, adorned with flowers and jewellery, gazes at her reflection in a mirror. Two younger women attend to her, one adjusting her hair and the other holding a feather. The mirror reflects a more realistic, less flattering image of the woman, highlighting the contrast between her perceived beauty and her actual appearance. The print is rich with detail, from the ornate mirror frame to the textures of the fabrics and the expressions on the figures' faces. The inscription below the image adds to the satirical tone, commenting on the woman's attempts to appear younger.
The Old Maid - Thomas Rowlandson
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12-colour giclée printing on FSC-certified 200gsm fine art paper, with lifetime fade resistance.
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Thomas Rowlandson
gambling away seven thousand pounds, then drawing ten thousand prints to pay the debts, capturing Georgian England as a place perpetually on the verge of falling over
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