Historic Framed Print, A contented cuckold in the new fashion, 17-7/8" x 21-7/8", Image: 16" x 20"
Beautiful historic reproduction print from the Library of Congress collections.
Created ca 1680 Includes verse: How blest am I and what a happie life. Doe I injoy but I may thank my Wife. Tis shee that rais'd my fortune all this store. Her ocupation brings: and tenn times more. In my conceit; hees more then mad that scornes. To weare such pretious, profitable Hornes. To be a Cuckold why should I repine. The disgrace is my Wifes; the profit mine. Sold by John Overton at the white horse without Newgate. British Cartoon Prints Collection (Library of Congress). Cartoons (Commentary) British 1670-1690.Etchings British 1670-1690.
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