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Harmony Before Matrimony

Harmony Before Matrimony, Gillray, James, 1756-1815, Engraver, [london], 1805, A Young Woman And A Fashionably Dressed Young Man Singing A Duet. The Woman Plays A Harp While Looking Over Her Shoulder At The Music Book, Duets De L amour, Which The Man Holds. On The Table Between The Two Is An Open Copy Of Ovids Art Of Love. Two Cats Play On Sheets Of Music; Two Goldfish Swim In A Bowl; Two Roses Grow In A Vase. Other Images Reflect The Concept Of Couples And Love

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1756 1805 1815 Aged Artwork Book Bowl Cats Concept Copy Couples Dressed Engraver Fashionably Gillray Goldfish Harmony Harp Holds James Love Music Nostalgia Nostalgic Open Play Plays Reflect Romantic Roses Sheets Shoulder Singing Swim Table Traditional Vase Young Duet Duets Grow Matrimony


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Harmony Before Matrimony captures a timeless moment of young love and musical connection. In this enchanting vintage print, created by the talented engraver James Gillray in 1805, we are transported to a scene filled with romance and nostalgia. A beautifully dressed young man and woman stand side by side, their voices blending harmoniously as they sing a duet. The woman skillfully plays the harp while stealing a glance over her shoulder at the music book held by her companion. The open copy of Ovid's Art of Love on the table symbolizes their shared passion for literature and poetic expressions of affection. Surrounding them are delightful touches that reflect the concept of couples and love. Two playful cats frolic on sheets of music, adding an element of whimsy to the composition. Two graceful goldfish swim gracefully in a bowl, representing harmony and tranquility within their relationship. And two delicate roses bloom in a vase, symbolizing their blossoming love. This historic artwork not only showcases Gillray's exceptional illustrative technique but also transports us back to an era where courtship was celebrated through music and literature. It evokes feelings of nostalgia for simpler times when romantic gestures were cherished. As we admire this engraved image from London's rich cultural history, we can't help but be captivated by its retro charm and Victorian elegance. Harmony Before Matrimony is truly an exquisite piece that reminds us how love has been cherished throughout time.

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