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Satirical Cartoon about the Southwark Water Company, 1832 (engraving) (b / w photo)
XJF275638 Satirical Cartoon about the Southwark Water Company, 1832 (engraving) (b/w photo) by Cruikshank, George (1792-1878); Private Collection; (add.info.: John Edwards, the owner of the Southwark Water Company, is shown seated on the source of the water works; complaints arose after the company began to draw water from the Thames at London Bridge; ); English, out of copyright
Media ID 12791803
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Angry Chamber Pot Cholera Clean Complaint Crowned Filth Neptune Posing Protest Sewer Contaminated
30"x20" (76x51cm) Canvas Print
Bring a touch of historical humor to your home or office with Media Storehouse's Canvas Prints. This Satirical Cartoon about the Southwark Water Company from 1832, featuring an engraving by renowned artist George Cruikshank, offers a fascinating glimpse into the past. This black and white image, sourced from Bridgeman Images through Fine Art Finder, is now available as a high-quality canvas print, adding character and conversation to any space. Experience the rich history of this satirical work in a new and stylish way with Media Storehouse.
Delivered stretched and ready to hang our premium quality canvas prints are made from a polyester/cotton blend canvas and stretched over a 1.25" (32mm) kiln dried knot free wood stretcher bar. Packaged in a plastic bag and secured to a cardboard insert for safe transit.
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Estimated Product Size is 76.2cm x 50.8cm (30" x 20")
These are individually made so all sizes are approximate
Artwork printed orientated as per the preview above, with landscape (horizontal) orientation to match the source image.
EDITORS COMMENTS
This satirical cartoon by George Cruikshank, titled "Satirical Cartoon about the Southwark Water Company, 1832" captures a moment of public outrage and protest against the company's questionable practices. In this engraving, we see John Edwards, the owner of the Southwark Water Company, seated on top of the source of their water works. The controversy arose when it was discovered that they were drawing water from the polluted Thames at London Bridge. The scene is chaotic yet filled with symbolism. A crowd gathers around Edwards, expressing their anger and frustration through various gestures and facial expressions. One man holds a chamber pot labeled "dirty water" representing the contaminated supply provided by the company. Another figure resembling Neptune appears to be pouring filth into a sewer system while wearing a crown, symbolizing how even royalty is affected by this issue. This image serves as both social commentary and political satire during a time when cholera outbreaks were rampant due to unsanitary conditions in major cities like London. It highlights not only public discontent but also raises questions about corporate responsibility towards providing clean drinking water. Through this print, Cruikshank masterfully conveys an important message about societal issues surrounding health and hygiene while utilizing humor to engage viewers in critical discussions about accountability and public welfare.
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