Grotesque Borders for Rooms & Halls by Thomas Rowlandson

Grotesque Borders for Rooms & Halls Possibly 1799

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drawing

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aged paper

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toned paper

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water colours

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print

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etching

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paper

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handmade artwork painting

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coloured pencil

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coffee painting

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england

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watercolour bleed

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watercolour illustration

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watercolor

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warm toned green

"Grotesque Borders for Rooms & Halls" is an etching by Thomas Rowlandson, a British artist known for his satirical caricatures. Created in 1799, the print features a series of comical vignettes depicting various social scenes and figures. Rowlandson's use of exaggeration and distortion is evident in the distorted faces and outlandish postures, making the work a perfect example of the "grotesque" style. The artwork's humorous and satirical nature would have appealed to a wide audience in the late 18th century. The print is currently housed in the Art Institute of Chicago.

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