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Both Sides of the Question, 1871
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Both Sides of the Question, 1871
Both Sides of the Question, 1871. The tradesman has his pint pot of beer to hand. Beer was the staple tipple of manual labourers and was often not considered to be dangerous by the temperance movement in the same way that spirits were. However, the drinking habits of the lower classes was subject to a great deal of discussion and argument during the 1860s and 1870s. From Punch, or the London Charivari, October 21, 1871
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Alcohol Beer Charles Samuel Charles Samuel Keene Heritage Image Partnership Keene Labourer Minister Tankard Workbench Pint
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This print titled "Both Sides of the Question, 1871" captures a scene from the 19th century that reflects the social discussions surrounding drinking habits among manual laborers. In this satirical cartoon by Charles Samuel Keene, we see a tradesman at his workbench with a pint pot of beer within reach. Beer was considered the drink of choice for working-class individuals during this time, often perceived as less harmful than spirits according to the temperance movement. The image depicts an ongoing debate about whether alcohol consumption among lower classes should be regulated or discouraged altogether. The minister in the cartoon seems to be engaged in conversation with the laborer, symbolizing opposing viewpoints on this matter. This engraving from Punch magazine, published on October 21st, 1871, sheds light on how society grappled with understanding and addressing drinking habits during that era. Charles Samuel Keene's artwork not only provides historical insight into societal attitudes towards alcohol but also showcases his talent for capturing intricate details through monochrome imagery. As we observe this heritage image partnership print collector1 has brought to us today, it serves as a reminder of how past debates continue to shape our present-day conversations around alcohol consumption and its impact on different social groups.
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