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A Merchants Office, 1789 (pen & ink and w / c over graphite on paper)
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A Merchants Office, 1789 (pen & ink and w / c over graphite on paper)
XYC159624 A Merchants Office, 1789 (pen & ink and w/c over graphite on paper) by Rowlandson, Thomas (1756-1827); 28.3x33.7 cm; Yale Center for British Art, Paul Mellon Collection, USA; English, out of copyright
Media ID 12733402
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Accounts Business Chaos Chaotic Clerical Clerk Desk Ledger Merchants
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In this print by Thomas Rowlandson, we are transported back to the bustling atmosphere of a merchant's office in 1789. The artist's skilled use of pen and ink, along with watercolor over graphite on paper, brings to life an interior scene filled with chaos and satire. The cluttered desk at the center of the composition is a testament to the busy nature of commerce during this era. Piles of books, accounts, and ledgers tower precariously as clerks diligently work amidst the disorder. The room itself seems almost overwhelmed by paperwork and activity. Rowlandson's satirical touch is evident in his portrayal of the workers. Their expressions range from focused concentration to exasperation as they navigate through their tasks. This humorous approach adds levity to what would otherwise be considered mundane daily routines. Through this artwork, we catch a glimpse into the world of merchants and their dedicated clerical staff during a time when trade was flourishing in England. It serves as a reminder that even amidst chaos, business must go on. This particular print is part of Yale Center for British Art's esteemed Paul Mellon Collection in the USA. Its presence there ensures that Rowlandson's masterful depiction will continue to be appreciated for generations to come.
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