Drunk Collection (page 35)

Old actor living off past glories
Hasn t worked in years... Young Actor: " Hello! Guv nor. Doing anything?" Ols Stager: " No, my boy. As a fact of fact, I ve done nothing since Poor Mac died

An old actor lays down the law to a journalist
Old actor (laying down the law to Journalist) - " And let me tell you that when I speak, I know what I m talking about, I ve seen the world - Peckham - everywhere!" Date: 1900

Boasting actor submits acting claim to Sir Henry Irving
Tradgedian (disappointed) - " You should see me play amlet, Irvin! Why, I could act is bloomin ead off!" Sir Henry Irving looks less than impressed with this claim by a jobbing actor rather

Nouveau Riche Gentleman in excessive fur-trimmed coat
A Nouveau-Riche Gentleman who has grown a fine soup-strainer walrus moustache, wearing evening dress and a positively excessive fur-trimmed coat

Rather drunk Australian Art Critic Date: 1890

Anywhere to escape from the wife
Wife (to Lion Tamer who has been out late) - " You Coward!" Date: 1892

Cheeky London vagrant asks a smart lady for a kiss. " I never give money away on the street." " Well, then, give us a kiss Lydie." !!! Date: circa 1897

Drunken Gentleman requesting a clove off a Policeman
Drunken Gentleman in multiple stages of disarray requests a clove from a London Policeman in order to disguise (fat chance!) the evidence that he has been boozing. Date: circa 1890s

Street Character from the East End of London by Phil May. Date: circa 1890s

Drunk writer refuses tract from a benevolent lady - Irony
Drunk refuses temperance tract from a benevolent lady, unaware that her sizzled target was actually the author of the aforementioned words of wisdom - wonderfully ironic cartoon by Phil May

Well-heeled man reduced to staying at the Temperance Hotel
Formerly Well-heeled elderly gentleman (now a little tatty) reduced to staying at the Temperance Hotel. Down in the World Alas! See what Drink had brought him to. Date: 1892

Man at bar wanting clove to disguise evidence of his boozing
Drunken gentleman leaning against a bar, requesting the barmaid for a clove to disguise the olfactory evidence of his boozing

Wit of a toothless old soak when faced with Sally Army pair
The witty reposte of a toothless old soak when faced with a pair of Salvation Army women: Salvation Sal (to village toper) - " If thou doesn t mend thy ways, Ben Bosker

Celebrating the Result of the Cup
A sandwich board man celebrates the result of the Cup by having a few drinks (and then a few more), leading to his wiggly perambulation along the pavement

Two ragged street women disgust respectability
In the Bars and Streets. Cartoon drawing by Phil May depicting two poor ragged street women disgusting another who they describe, with no hint of the obvious irony, as " not respectable"

Witty tramp and disgusted older woman - Phil May Cartoon
In the Bars and Streets. Cartoon drawing by Phil May depicting a witty (if rather drunk) tramp and disgusted older woman, who refuses to provide charity

Ragged Street singers - looking decidedly worse for wear
In the Bars and Streets. Cartoon drawing by Phil May depicting a pair of ragged street singers singing about fair and stormy weather - the perfect illustrative template for their undoubtedly

Two drunks by a postbox, one already collapsed
In the Bars and Streets. Cartoon drawing by Phil May depicting two drunks by a postbox. Fraternity - " (Hic) Can t help you, ole f la, but I ll sit down with you (Hic)." !! Date: 1894

Vagrant couple on Satutday night - drawing by Phil May
In the Bars and Streets. Cartoon drawing by Phil May depicting an elderly, ragged vagrant couple on Saturday Night - their only solace a bottle of something strong. Date: circa 1890s

Christmas postcard - Asleep at Midnight
Christmas postcard - On the Bridge at Midnight A gent (looking suspiciously like Mr Punch) passes out on Christmas Eve after a heavy evening! Date: 1907

France, Biarritz - Elderly drinkers argue
France, Biarritz - Humorous scene with two elderly wine drinkers. Him: " Vive Love, wine, etc." Her: " Get out, you Joker!" Date: circa 1908

Cricket Illustrated - Run Out! A rather sozzled gent is escorted from the premises (a Music Hall) by the doorman. His helpful Junior understudy follow behind with the wobbly chaps overcoat

A Christmas party in Nutfield Centre 1948 dance / dancing / party season / celebration / happy vintage news archive

Child drinks from her mothers gin tankard in a London Gin house

Picture No. 10760788
Spain - The end in the life of a bottle cork: speared by a corkscrew it will end in the waste as soon as the winebottle is drunk up. Date:

The Marriage Whirl, 1925. Starring Nita Naldi and Kenneth Harlan
SILENT FILM STILL: PARTIES. The Marriage Whirl, 1925. Starring Nita Naldi and Kenneth Harlan

Still from the film Viennese Nights, 1930
SILENT FILM STILL: DRINKING. Still from the film Viennese Nights, 1930

New Years Eve party at Restaurant Martin in New York City, c1907
NEW YEARs EVE, c1907. New Years Eve party at Restaurant Martin in New York City, c1907

Line engraving, American, 1886
PARTY, 1886. Line engraving, American, 1886

Silent Film Still: Parties

Oil on canvas, 1523-26, by Titian
BACCHANAL OF THE ANDRIANS. Oil on canvas, 1523-26, by Titian

Texas Guinan (1884-1933), Queen of the Nightclubs, in one of the New York City speakeasies that she operated during
SPEAKEASY/PROHIBITION. Texas Guinan (1884-1933), Queen of the Nightclubs, in one of the New York City speakeasies that she operated during Prohibition in the 1920s. Oil over a photograph

Norma Talmadge in The Ghosts of Yesterday, 1918
SILENT FILM STILL: PARTIES. Norma Talmadge in The Ghosts of Yesterday, 1918

Fond of Pretty Actresses. Line drawing from the Police Gazette, 1895
DRINKING, 1895. Fond of Pretty Actresses. Line drawing from the Police Gazette, 1895

After the Ladies have gone. Drawing, American, late 19th century
DRINKING. After the Ladies have gone. Drawing, American, late 19th century

Mr Jorrocks, having retired early very drunk, sleepwalking during violent dream falls in Lord Bambers swimming pool and is rescued by other house guests

High life below stairs The Regent, very drunk, sups in the kitchen at the Pavilion
High life below stairs " The Regent, very drunk, sups in the kitchen at the Pavilion, at a table close to the fire..." engraving, coloured. 1819 by Robert Cruikshank, 1789-1856

High Life Below Stairs: Prince Regent, later George IV, very drunk, eating supper in the kitchen of the Brighton Pavilion. Cartoon by George Cruikshank Snr, London, 1819

Jane Powell
Hollywood, California: c. 1960. Jane Powell, actress (1929-)

The Orators Journey, Engraving 1785, Charles James Fox, Mrs. Siddons, And Edmund Burke On A Galloping Horse Beside A Milestone Inscribed 1 Mile To Perdition. Mrs

The stag at eve had drunk his fill. Scott
" The stag at eve had drunk his fill." Scott

Another Effort to Reform Him, 1937

Groundling with one hand on hip and holding pewter tankard

Mosaic depicting drunk Dionysus, from Antioch, Turkey
Roman civilization, 2nd century A.D. Mosaic depicting drunk Dionysus. From Antioch, Turkey

Tavern in Pont-Aven, engraving, circa 1865
France, 19th century. Tavern in Pont-Aven, Brittany, from around 1865. Engraving

France, Paris, Caricaturized Devil Master of Finance, 1790
France - 18th century - French Revolution. Caricaturized Devil Master of Finance, 1790

Greek civilization, statue of an old drunk, copy
Greek civilization, 3rd century b.C. Statue of an old drunk. Copy

Tavern drinking scene, 1880s C017 / 6833
Tavern drinking scene. 19th-century artwork of men drinking liquor in a tavern, with one man being pulled away by his wife. This engraving dates from 1888

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"Exploring the Depths of Drunkenness: A Historical Journey through Art and Satire" Step into the world of intoxication as we delve into the captivating artworks and satirical depictions that portray the concept of being "drunk. " From William Hogarth's iconic Gin Lane and Beer Street engravings to Roman statues showcasing a drunken Hercules, these visual masterpieces offer a glimpse into society's fascination with inebriation throughout history. In Hogarth's Gin Lane, created in 1751, we witness a grim portrayal of London's gin epidemic. The engraving depicts a scene filled with poverty, despair, and moral decay caused by excessive consumption of this spirit. On the other hand, Beer Street presents an alternative image where beer is celebrated as a healthier choice for socializing. These contrasting works serve as reminders of society's struggle to find balance between indulgence and moderation. Moving beyond Hogarth's artistry, we encounter various interpretations of drunkenness across different cultures and time periods. In ancient Rome, a statue portrays Hercules under the influence—a reminder that even legendary heroes can succumb to excesses. Meanwhile, satirical pieces like "His Masters Breath" mock those who indulge excessively while highlighting their folly. The theme continues in Casimiro Tomba’s Italian painting from the 19th century featuring a drunk warrior alongside a court jester—an intriguing juxtaposition that questions societal norms surrounding alcohol consumption. Similarly thought-provoking is Buster Keaton and Phyllis Barry’s comedic performance in Edward Sedgwicks' film "What. No Beer?" (1933), which humorously explores prohibition-era America. Even popular culture has not shied away from portraying drunkenness; Dulux Dog Drunk captures our attention with its unexpected twist on an iconic mascot. Additionally, "The Gin Shop" (1829) offers insight into how drinking establishments were depicted during this era—places where people sought solace or succumbed to their vices.