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Humour social comment the ale house cartoon by Cruikshank
This is a cartoon etching by the well-known Victorian social caricaturist / cartoonist George Cruikshank (1792 - 1878), dated 1832. The Ale House is one of two panels that belong side-by-side, and this is number 1 of 2. Its companion is called The Home. (1832 is actually in the reign of Queen Victorias predecessor, William IV.) Amongst other things, Cruikshank provided book illustrations for Charles Dickens. (Title) The Ale House. Most of the men are smoking pipes, and a smoky fug pervades the sketch. On the table is a jug of ale and a variety of drinking vessels, no two the same. On the wall are pictures of cock fighting and dog fighting, two activities that now are frowned upon (although even today, in the USA, it is reported that there are around 40, 000 people professionally involved in such sport ). Overall, there is a bright atmosphere of drunken revelry, to contrast with the grim darkness of the companion sketch The Home. Designed Etched & Published byGeorge Cruikshank. Septr. 1st 1832
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Cartoon Celebration Drinking Drunk Enjoyment George Cruikshank Group Of People Humor Image Created 1830 1839 Leisure Activity Pipe Smoking Social Gathering Social Issues Ale House Caricaturist Cock Fighting Dogfighting Image Created 19th Century Victorian Style
14"x11" Photo Print
Step into the past with our captivating Humour Social Comment: The Ale House Cartoon by Cruikshank from the Media Storehouse range of Photographic Prints. This extraordinary piece, created by the renowned Victorian social caricaturist George Cruikshank in 1832, offers a delightful glimpse into historical humor. The Ale House Cartoon showcases a lively scene filled with merriment and social commentary, making it a must-have addition to any fine art collection. Bring the wit and charm of 19th-century England into your home or office with this exquisite photographic print.
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Estimated Product Size is 35.5cm x 27.9cm (14" x 11")
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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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Caption: "The Ale House - A Victorian Social Commentary by George Cruikshank". This etching by renowned Victorian caricaturist, George Cruikshank, titled "The Ale House" offers a humorous yet thought-provoking social commentary on the drinking culture of the time. Created in 1832 during the reign of William IV, this print showcases Cruikshank's exceptional talent for capturing intricate details and conveying societal messages through his art. In this lively scene, we find ourselves immersed in a smoky tavern filled with men indulging in their pipes and reveling in merriment. The air is thick with smoke as laughter echoes throughout the room. A jug of ale takes center stage on a table adorned with an assortment of unique drinking vessels. On the wall hang pictures depicting cock fighting and dog fighting – once popular pastimes that have since fallen out of favor. These images serve as reminders of society's changing values over time. Contrasting its companion piece, "The Home" which portrays a darker reality outside these walls, "The Ale House" exudes an atmosphere of joviality and escapism from life's hardships. George Cruikshank was not only known for his satirical cartoons but also collaborated with literary great Charles Dickens to illustrate some of his most famous works. This particular print serves as both entertainment and social critique, showcasing Cruikshank's mastery at capturing human behavior within a historical context. Designed, etched, and published by George Cruikshank himself on September 1st, 1832; this print stands as a testament to his enduring legacy as one of Britain's most influential artists.
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