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The Squires Door, 1790. Artists: Benjamin Duterrau, JT Herbert Baily
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The Squires Door, 1790. Artists: Benjamin Duterrau, JT Herbert Baily
The Squires Door, 1790. After George Morland (1763-1804). From The Connoisseur Volume XX, edited by J. T. Herbert Baily. [Otto Limited, London, 1908]
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The Squire's Door, 1790 - A Glimpse into Wealth and Poverty
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. This print of "The Squire's Door" takes us back to the vibrant world of 18th-century England. The artists Benjamin Duterrau and JT Herbert Baily skillfully capture the stark contrast between wealth and poverty in this outdoor scene. In the foreground, we see a group of people, both male and female, dressed in colorful attire that reflects their social status. A lady elegantly stands by a pillar, her orange dress symbolizing opulence. Beside her is a young boy wearing a hat, perhaps representing the future generation inheriting privilege. On the other side of the door lies an entirely different reality. Two poor individuals stand with their loyal dog amidst dilapidated surroundings. Their tattered clothes speak volumes about their struggle for survival in an unequal society. The presence of horses nearby adds depth to this composition—a reminder that even animals were affected by societal divisions during that era. This remarkable engraving was featured in The Connoisseur Volume XX edited by J. T. Herbert Baily in 1908—a testament to its enduring significance as a work of art. As we gaze upon this image today, it serves as a poignant reminder of how far society has come since then while also urging us to reflect on persistent issues surrounding inequality and access to resources.
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