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A Poser, 1866. Artist: George du Maurier
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A Poser, 1866. Artist: George du Maurier
A Poser, 1866. Mr Brown remarks That Wine, Sir, Has been in my cellar Four-and-Twenty years come last Christmas! Four-and-Twenty years-Sir! Mr Green (desperately anxious to please) replies Has it really, Sir? What must it have been when it was New? The portly gentleman on the left stresses the vintage of the wine his younger companion is about to taste. The response is probably not quite all he was anticipating. Wine buffs determined to impress their less worldly and knowledgeable companions existed even in the mid-Victorian period. From Punch, or the London Charivari, January 27, 1866
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In this 19th-century engraving by George du Maurier titled "A Poser, 1866" we are transported to a dinner table where two gentlemen engage in a conversation about an aged wine. The portly gentleman on the left proudly boasts that the wine in his cellar has been there for twenty-four years, emphasizing its vintage and quality. Eager to please, his younger companion responds with curiosity, asking what it must have been like when it was new. The image captures a moment of snobbery and one-upmanship among wine enthusiasts even during the mid-Victorian era. It humorously portrays the older man's anticipation of admiration for his prized possession being met with unexpected sarcasm from his companion. Du Maurier's black and white cartoon style adds depth to the scene, highlighting both characters' expressions and body language as they sit at the table adorned with a decanter of wine and glasses. The print serves as a reminder that social dynamics surrounding alcohol consumption have existed throughout history. This heritage image partnership print offers us insight into Victorian society's fascination with status symbols such as fine wines while also providing entertainment through its witty depiction of human interaction.
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