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The Wake, - or last appearance of Teddy O Rafferty, a scene in the Holy Land, from The English Spy, pub. 1824 (hand coloured engraving)
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The Wake, - or last appearance of Teddy O Rafferty, a scene in the Holy Land, from The English Spy, pub. 1824 (hand coloured engraving)
3090267 The Wake, - or last appearance of Teddy O Rafferty, a scene in the Holy Land, from The English Spy, pub. 1824 (hand coloured engraving) by Cruikshank, Isaac Robert (1789-1856); Private Collection; The Stapleton Collection
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Bawdy Chaos Corpse Crucifix Deathbed Deceased Drank Drunk Drunken Drunkenness Kissing Mourners Regency Rowdy Taboo Brawl Brawling Disrespectful Dying Lovers Mourning Send Off
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The Wake - or last appearance of Teddy O Rafferty
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is a captivating and controversial scene captured in this hand-colored engraving from 1824. The image portrays an interior setting filled with chaos, as mourners engage in brawling, breaking furniture, and engaging in inappropriate behavior. The taboo nature of the scene is evident through the disrespectful actions displayed by the crowd. Lovers are seen kissing passionately, while others indulge in excessive drinking and rowdy behavior. The deceased body lies on a deathbed surrounded by family members who seem oblivious to their surroundings. This satirical cartoon offers a scathing satire of Georgian society, highlighting themes such as drunkenness and bawdy behavior. The artist's use of caricature adds to the exaggerated depiction of these vices prevalent during the Regency era. The presence of a crucifix hints at religious undertones within this chaotic gathering. It raises questions about societal norms and values during that time period. Isaac Robert Cruikshank's skillful engraving captures every detail with precision, allowing viewers to immerse themselves in this intriguing narrative. This print serves as both entertainment and social commentary on the darker aspects of human nature. "The Wake - or last appearance of Teddy O Rafferty" challenges conventional ideas surrounding mourning rituals while providing insight into historical attitudes towards death and celebration. It remains an important piece within the genre of satirical drawings for its ability to provoke thought and discussion even centuries after its creation.
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