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Drawing of the state lottery in the Guildhall, City of London, 1739
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Drawing of the state lottery in the Guildhall, City of London, 1739
Drawing of the state lottery in the Guildhall, City of London, 1739. Including a descriptive verse in the lower margin
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Media ID 15175066
© London Metropolitan Archives (City of London) / Heritage-Images
Expectation Gambling Guildhall Lottery Luck Money Wealth Wealthy
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This print takes us back to the bustling Guildhall in the City of London, in the year 1739. The scene depicts an intriguing moment during a state lottery drawing, where anticipation hangs thick in the air. Men and women from all walks of life have gathered inside this grand interior, their eyes fixed on the proceedings before them. In the foreground, we see a well-dressed lady with an air of confidence, her hand delicately holding a cigarette as she observes intently. Beside her stands a gentleman exuding wealth and authority, his gaze focused on the outcome that could potentially change lives forever. The artist has masterfully captured both excitement and expectation among those present. The engraving showcases intricate details of clothing styles prevalent during this eighteenth-century era. As our eyes wander through the crowd, we notice individuals lost deep in thought or engaged in animated conversations about luck and fortune. A descriptive verse adorns the lower margin of this print; its words echoing sentiments shared by many: "Fortune favors only some; may Lady Luck smile upon thee". These lines serve as a reminder that while wealth may be within reach for some fortunate souls today, it remains elusive for others. This historical snapshot transports us back to an era when lotteries were not just games but significant financial events that held dreams and hopes for countless individuals seeking prosperity. It is through prints like these that we can glimpse into past societies' fascination with gambling as they navigated their way towards uncertain futures filled
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