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Humour among birds Botheration Cruikshank 19th century cartoon
This is a cartoon etching by the well-known Victorian social caricaturist / cartoonist George Cruikshank (1792 - 1878), dated February 1, 1831. (1831 is in the reign of William IV, but most of Cruikshanks artistic work was in the long reign of Queen Victoria.) Cruikshank later produced illustrations for the works of Charles Dickens. Title: Botheration Conversation - Och: look at the Distressed Mother! - Pooh! The hen ar nt the Mother you goose. - Well then, shes the Parent anyhow! Description: The first speaker suggests that the hen is the mother of the ducklings that are swimming on the pond. The second speaker rejects this, because hens give rise to chicks and not ducklings that swim. The first speaker misunderstands. If the hen isn t the mother, then she must be the father! More cartoons by George Cruikshank
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Caricature Cartoon Chicken Confusion Discussion Duckling Fame George Cruikshank Humor Ignorance Image Created 1830 1839 Kitty1 Mother Parent Two People Image Created 19th Century Victorian Style
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This 19th-century cartoon etching by George Cruikshank titled "Botheration Conversation" showcases the artist's renowned wit and humor. Created in February 1831, during the reign of William IV, this piece exemplifies Cruikshank's talent for social caricature. Known for his illustrations in Charles Dickens' works, Cruikshank captures a lighthearted exchange between two individuals observing a distressed mother hen with ducklings swimming on a pond. The first speaker mistakenly suggests that the hen is the mother of the ducklings, while the second speaker corrects them, stating that hens give birth to chicks rather than swimming ducklings. However, their correction leads to further confusion as they imply that if she isn't the mother, then she must be the father! This humorous misunderstanding highlights Cruikshank's ability to playfully satirize societal norms and expectations. Through his distinctive Victorian style and expertly engraved image, Cruikshank brings this comical scene to life. The cartoon evokes laughter through its depiction of ignorance and miscommunication among these bird characters. This print serves as a testament to both Cruikshank's artistic prowess and his knack for capturing amusing moments in everyday life. Displayed alongside other notable works by George Cruikshank at Fine Art Storehouse, this delightful cartoon etching continues to entertain viewers with its timeless charm and clever portrayal of human folly.
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