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The Gin Shop (engraving)
607629 The Gin Shop (engraving) by Cruikshank, George (1792-1878); Private Collection; (add.info.: The Gin Shop); Look and Learn / Peter Jackson Collection
Media ID 23240940
© Look and Learn / Peter Jackson Collection / Bridgeman Images
Alcoholism Drank Gin Shop Tavern Booze
20"x16" (+3" Border) Fine Art Print
Experience the rich history of art with Media Storehouse's Fine Art Prints, featuring this captivating engraving of "The Gin Shop" by George Cruikshank. This intricately detailed work, originally from the Look and Learn / Peter Jackson Collection, offers a glimpse into the past with its vivid depiction of a bustling gin shop scene. Bring the charm of this 19th-century masterpiece into your home or office and add a touch of timeless elegance to your space. Order your Fine Art Print from Media Storehouse today and enjoy the beauty of art, delivered right to your doorstep.
20x16 image printed on 26x22 Fine Art Rag Paper with 3" (76mm) white border. Our Fine Art Prints are printed on 300gsm 100% acid free, PH neutral paper with archival properties. This printing method is used by museums and art collections to exhibit photographs and art reproductions.
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Estimated Image Size (if not cropped) is 49.9cm x 40.6cm (19.6" x 16")
Estimated Product Size is 66cm x 55.9cm (26" x 22")
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.
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In this engraving titled "The Gin Shop". George Cruikshank takes us on a satirical journey through the dark underbelly of 19th-century London's drinking culture. The image, now part of a private collection, showcases an inn bustling with patrons indulging in copious amounts of gin. Cruikshank's masterful cartoonish style brings to life the vices and consequences associated with alcoholism. With meticulous attention to detail, he exposes the grim reality behind the seemingly jovial atmosphere. Each character is depicted with exaggerated features and expressions that highlight their descent into drunkenness. This scathing satire serves as a stark reminder of the perils of excessive drinking during this era. Through his artistry, Cruikshank aims to provoke contemplation about society's relationship with alcohol and its devastating effects on individuals and communities alike. "The Gin Shop" stands as a testament to Cruikshank's ability to use caricature and wit to convey powerful social commentary. It invites viewers to reflect upon their own consumption habits while appreciating the artist's skillful execution. Bridgeman Images has preserved this remarkable piece from Fine Art Finder, allowing us access into an important chapter in history where alcohol was both a source of pleasure and destruction.
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