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Photographic Print : The Drunkards Children: Between the Fine Flaring Gin Palace and the Low Dirty Beer Shop, the Boy Thief Squanders and Gambles Away His Ill-Gotten Gains. Etching, 1848, by George Cruikshank
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The Drunkards Children: Between the Fine Flaring Gin Palace and the Low Dirty Beer Shop, the Boy Thief Squanders and Gambles Away His Ill-Gotten Gains. Etching, 1848, by George Cruikshank
TEMPERANCE MOVEMENT, 1848.
The Drunkards Children: Between the Fine Flaring Gin Palace and the Low Dirty Beer Shop, the Boy Thief Squanders and Gambles Away His Ill-Gotten Gains. Etching, 1848, by George Cruikshank
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Media ID 8856531
1848 Alcoholic Alcoholism Card Cruikshank Drunk Drunkard Entertainment Etching Gambler Game George Intoxicated Nightlife Playing Risk Temperance Movement Victorian
11"x8.5" Photo Print
Bring a piece of historical art into your home with our Media Storehouse Photographic Print of 'The Drunkards Children: Between the Fine Flaring Gin Palace and the Low Dirty Beer Shop' by George Cruikshank. This etching, created in 1848 during the Temperance Movement, powerfully depicts the consequences of excessive drinking, with the boy's squandered gains and ill-fated gambles a poignant reminder of the destructive cycle. Order now from Granger Art on Demand and add this captivating work to your collection.
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Estimated Image Size (if not cropped) is 27.9cm x 18cm (11" x 7.1")
Estimated Product Size is 27.9cm x 21.6cm (11" x 8.5")
These are individually made so all sizes are approximate
Artwork printed orientated as per the preview above, with landscape (horizontal) orientation to match the source image.
The Drunkard's Children - Between the Fine Flaring Gin Palace and the Low Dirty Beer Shop, the Boy Thief Squanders and Gambles Away His Ill-Gotten Gains
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is a powerful etching created by George Cruikshank in 1848 as part of the Temperance Movement. This artwork depicts a scene from daily life in Victorian England, shedding light on the devastating consequences of alcoholism. In this intricate composition, we see a dimly lit interior where men and women gather for entertainment amidst an atmosphere of intoxication. The central focus lies on a young boy who has resorted to thievery to support his addiction. With ill-gotten gains in hand, he engages in risky gambling at a card table while surrounded by fellow gamblers lost in their own vices. Cruikshank's meticulous attention to detail highlights both the allure and squalor associated with alcohol consumption during that era. The contrast between the opulent gin palace and dirty beer shop symbolizes how easily one can descend into ruin when consumed by addiction. This thought-provoking image serves as a stark reminder of the destructive power of alcoholism within society. It stands as an indictment against excessive drinking, urging viewers to consider its detrimental effects not only on individuals but also on families and communities as a whole. Through this evocative etching, Cruikshank contributes to raising awareness about temperance—an important social movement aimed at promoting sobriety—and encourages reflection upon our choices regarding
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