Darby and Joan

DESCRIPTION: [Original print sold · Digital scan available for licensing] This antique print is titled "Darby and Joan" and is based on a painting by Walter Dendy Sadler. The original artwork was published around 1889-1891 and depicts an elderly couple celebrating their golden wedding anniversary. This specific version appears to be an engraving by Jonnard, a common reproduction method for this popular Victorian artwork. The term ‘Darby and Joan’ stems from a popular 18th-century poem, originally published in the Gentleman's Magazine in 1735 by Henry Woodfall. The verses celebrated the simple, contented lives of John and Joan Darby, a real-life couple who ran a printing business in London. The poem’s romanticized portrayal of aging together in domestic harmony cemented their names in the English language as the ultimate symbol of enduring love. STYLE:Facsimile COLOUR: Half-tone SIZE (cm): 26 x 19 CREATORS: Jonnard after W Dendy Sadler PUBLICATION: Magazine of Art PUBLISHER: DATE: C19 COMMENTS: Excellent condition SUBJECT: Works of Art PACKAGE: Excellent condition Excellent condition Excellent condition Excellent condition Excellent condition Excellent condition Excellent condition Excellent condition Note: Images are provided for illustration purposes only and are intended to show the complete printed product, including any imperfections of age that may be present. Frames or props shown in the images are for display purposes only and are not included with your purchase.