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Domestic Violence - Plate VI of George Cruikshanks The Bottle
Plate VI of George Cruikshanks The Bottle, a series of eight etchings published in 1847 and depicting the effects of alcoholism. The caption reads: Fearful Quarrels, and Brutal Violence, Are the Natural Consequences of the Frequent Use of the Bottle. (Photo by Hulton Archive/Getty Images)
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Hulton Archive
Media ID 11797478
© 2007 Getty Images
21"x14" (+3" Border) Fine Art Print
Experience the powerful impact of George Cruikshank's social commentary through this poignant selection from The Bottle series. Plate VI, available at Fine Art Storehouse, vividly portrays the devastating consequences of domestic violence fueled by alcoholism. This exquisite fine art print, derived from the Hulton Archive, invites reflection and conversation, making it an essential addition to any collection that values historical and social significance.
21x14 image printed on 27x20 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 53.3cm x 35.5cm (21" x 14")
Estimated Product Size is 68.6cm x 50.8cm (27" x 20")
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Artwork printed orientated as per the preview above, with landscape (horizontal) orientation to match the source image.
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This powerful print captures the haunting reality of domestic violence in the 19th century. Taken from George Cruikshanks' renowned series, "The Bottle". Plate VI depicts the harrowing consequences of alcoholism on family life. The caption accompanying this thought-provoking image reads: "Fearful Quarrels, and Brutal Violence, Are the Natural Consequences of the Frequent Use of the Bottle". In this scene, we witness a distressing tableau unfolding within a humble home. A poverty-stricken couple engages in a violent altercation at a worn-out table cluttered with empty bottles and discarded objects. The husband's drunken rage is evident as he lunges towards his wife, while she desperately tries to protect herself behind an overturned chair. The presence of their frightened child adds another layer of heartbreak to this already tragic scene. Helplessly witnessing their parents' volatile conflict, they become innocent victims caught in an environment tainted by abuse and addiction. Through masterful etching techniques, Cruikshanks skillfully portrays not only the physical violence but also exposes the emotional turmoil that plagues households affected by alcohol abuse. This artwork serves as a stark reminder that excessive drinking can lead to destructive behaviors that tear families apart. As we contemplate this poignant image captured through time, let us reflect on how far society has come in addressing such issues while acknowledging there is still work to be done to eradicate domestic violence from our lives completely.
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