GAMBLING / LOTTERIES C1840

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GAMBLING / LOTTERIES C1840

DENMARK Drawing the winning number at Vandkunsten, Copenhagen, Denmark. Date: circa 1840

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1840 Copenhagen Denmark Gambling Lotteries Winning

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This image, circa 1840, depicts an intriguing moment in Danish history as the winning number is being drawn at Vandkunsten in Copenhagen, Denmark. The lottery, a popular form of gambling during the 19th century, brought excitement and anticipation to the masses, offering a chance to change their fortunes in an instant. Vandkunsten, or the Fountain, was the site of the Danish National Lottery, a weekly event that attracted large crowds. In this photograph, a man in formal attire, wearing a top hat and holding a quill pen, is seen carefully drawing the winning number from an ornate urn. Surrounded by a sea of onlookers, the tension in the room is palpable as everyone eagerly awaits the outcome. The lottery was an important source of revenue for the Danish government, providing funds for various public projects and charities. Despite its popularity, gambling and lotteries were subjects of controversy and moral debate during this period. Critics argued that they encouraged gambling addiction and exploited the poor, while supporters believed they offered a means of social mobility and financial relief for those in need. This photograph offers a unique glimpse into the past, capturing the essence of the lottery experience and the hope and anticipation it brought to the people of Denmark in the mid-1800s.

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