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Man falling off a broken chair at a dinner party
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Man falling off a broken chair at a dinner party
5893718 Man falling off a broken chair at a dinner party. by Rowlandson, Thomas (1756-1827); (add.info.: Man falling off a broken chair at a dinner party causing a servant to spill a soup tureen over him. Other guests shocked, servants amused. More Miseries. Handcoloured copperplate engraving designed and etched by Thomas Rowlandson to accompany Reverend James Beresfords Miseries of Human Life, Ackermann, 1808.); © Florilegius
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Accident Ackermann Amusement Dinner Party Embarrassment Etching Falling Guests Laughter Miseries Of Human Life Mishap More Miseries Reverend James Beresford Shock Soup Thomas Rowlandson Tureen Accidents Regency
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In this whimsical and comical scene captured by Thomas Rowlandson, we witness the unfortunate mishap of a man falling off a broken chair at a lively dinner party. The atmosphere is filled with shock and surprise as the other guests look on in disbelief. As if fate had conspired against him, the man's fall causes a servant to accidentally spill a soup tureen all over him, adding to his embarrassment. While the guests are taken aback by this unexpected turn of events, it seems that the servants find amusement in witnessing such an amusing spectacle unfold before their eyes. Laughter fills the air as they struggle to contain their mirth. This handcoloured copperplate engraving was skillfully designed and etched by Rowlandson himself, showcasing his talent for capturing human follies with satire and caricature. It serves as an illustration for Reverend James Beresford's "Miseries of Human Life" highlighting yet another misfortune that befalls individuals in everyday situations. The Regency-era setting adds an extra layer of charm to this artwork, transporting us back to a time when social gatherings were grand affairs filled with elegance and etiquette. Through this print, Rowlandson reminds us that accidents can happen even in the most refined settings, bringing both laughter and humiliation into our lives.
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