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Framed Print : Johnny Bull and his forged notes!!!, 1819

Johnny Bull and his forged notes!!!, 1819




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Johnny Bull and his forged notes!!!, 1819

Johnny Bull and his forged notes!!!, 1819. In an empty shop a citizen and his family sit by a fire. In and about the fire are forged notes. A bank official and policemen enter to prosecute the citizen. It is an appeal for precautions against forgery by the Bank of England

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Media ID 15177114

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Arrest Arresting Bank Bank Note Bank Of England Banknote Cruikshank Currency Fireplace Forgery George Cruikshank Guildhall Library Art Gallery Money Official Police Police Force Policeman Top Hat Yeats Forged


12"x10" Modern Frame

Bring history to life with our exclusive Framed Print from Media Storehouse and Heritage Images. This captivating piece, titled "Johnny Bull and his forged notes!!!, 1819," portrays an empty shop where a citizen and his family huddle around a fire. The fire reveals a collection of forged banknotes, offering a glimpse into the intriguing world of currency counterfeiting during the early 19th century. Elevate your home or office décor with this engaging historical artifact, expertly framed and ready to hang.

10x8 Print in an MDF Wooden Frame with 180 gsm Satin Finish Paper. Glazed using shatter proof thin plexi glass. Frame thickness is 1 inch and depth 0.75 inch. Fluted cardboard backing held with clips. Supplied ready to hang with sawtooth hanger and rubber bumpers. Spot clean with a damp cloth. Packaged foam wrapped in a card.

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Estimated Image Size (if not cropped) is 25.4cm x 25.4cm (10" x 10")

Estimated Product Size is 30.5cm x 25.4cm (12" x 10")

These are individually made so all sizes are approximate

Artwork printed orientated as per the preview above, with landscape (horizontal) or portrait (vertical) orientation to match the source image.


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Johnny Bull and his forged notes!!!, 1819 - A Cautionary Tale of Deception

EDITORS COMMENTS
. In this 19th-century print by George Cruikshank titled "Johnny Bull and his forged notes!!!" we are transported to an empty shop where a citizen and his family find themselves in the midst of a perilous situation. Gathered around a crackling fire, they unknowingly sit amidst a collection of counterfeit banknotes. Suddenly, the tranquility is shattered as officials from the Bank of England burst into the scene accompanied by stern-faced policemen. The purpose? To prosecute the unsuspecting citizen for his involvement in forgery. This powerful image serves as an appeal for increased precautions against such fraudulent activities. Cruikshank's intricate etching skillfully captures every detail - from the elaborate costumes worn by each character to their expressions filled with fear and disbelief. The artist masterfully conveys the consequences that await those who dare to manipulate currency for personal gain. As we observe this arresting scene unfold within an interior setting adorned with period-specific furniture and clothing, it becomes evident that financial crimes were not exclusive to our modern era. Through satire and wit, Cruikshank reminds us that even in 1819, society grappled with deceitful individuals seeking illicit wealth at others' expense. This thought-provoking artwork can be found at Guildhall Library Art Gallery today, serving as both a historical artifact and a timeless reminder of vigilance against fraudulence in any century

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