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General Adoption of the Rolling Skate, 1866. Artist: George du Maurier
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General Adoption of the Rolling Skate, 1866. Artist: George du Maurier
General Adoption of the Rolling Skate, 1866. Men, women and children are all on roller skates, going about their usual business. In the top picture even the policeman is on skates. In the middle on the right, an old woman is being swept alongn by the wind on skates. To the left of her is a chimneysweep on skates. On the bottom left a man rides a horse while keeping up with a young woman who is skating down the road. Roller skating was all the fashion and, in this cartoon, Mr Punch shows the various ways in which the new craze could be used to keep the country moving. From Punch, or the London Charivari, February 17, 1866
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In this whimsical 19th-century cartoon print titled "General Adoption of the Rolling Skate" artist George du Maurier captures a world where roller skating has taken over society. Men, women, and children alike are seen gracefully gliding on skates as they go about their daily activities. Even the usually stern-faced policeman can't resist joining in on the fun. The top picture showcases the extent of this new craze, with everyone from an old woman to a chimneysweep effortlessly propelling themselves forward on skates. On the bottom left, a man manages to keep up with a young woman who is skating down the road while riding a horse – demonstrating just how versatile roller skating can be. Du Maurier's clever depiction highlights not only the popularity of roller skating but also its potential for practical use in keeping people mobile. The comical scenes portrayed here bring humor and lightness to everyday life during this era. This engraving offers us a glimpse into 19th-century London, where roller skating was all the rage. It serves as both an amusing snapshot of societal trends at that time and a testament to human ingenuity in finding joy even amidst their usual occupations. Overall, "General Adoption of the Rolling Skate" is an intriguing piece that invites viewers to imagine what life would be like if everyone embraced this exhilarating mode of transportation.
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