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The Gin Shop (engraving)
607629 The Gin Shop (engraving) by Cruikshank, George (1792-1878); Private Collection; (add.info.: The Gin Shop); Look and Learn / Peter Jackson Collection
Media ID 23240940
© Look and Learn / Peter Jackson Collection / Bridgeman Images
Alcoholism Drank Gin Shop Tavern Booze
18x24 inch Poster Print
Bring the historic charm of George Cruikshank's engraving, "The Gin Shop," into your home with Media Storehouse's Poster Prints. This timeless piece from Bridgeman Images, part of the Fine Art Finder collection, showcases Cruikshank's intricate detail and captivating storytelling. Transport yourself back in time with this captivating image from the Private Collection, now available as a beautiful poster print. Add character and depth to any room with this classic work of art.
Poster prints are budget friendly enlarged prints in standard poster paper sizes. Printed on 150 gsm Matte Paper for a natural feel and supplied rolled in a tube. Great for framing and should last many years. To clean wipe with a microfiber, non-abrasive cloth or napkin. Our Archival Quality Photo Prints and Fine Art Paper Prints are printed on higher quality paper and the choice of which largely depends on your budget.
Poster prints are budget friendly enlarged prints in standard poster paper sizes (A0, A1, A2, A3 etc). Whilst poster paper is sometimes thinner and less durable than our other paper types, they are still ok for framing and should last many years. Our Archival Quality Photo Prints and Fine Art Paper Prints are printed on higher quality paper and the choice of which largely depends on your budget.
Estimated Product Size is 61.6cm x 46.3cm (24.3" x 18.2")
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.
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In this engraving titled "The Gin Shop". George Cruikshank takes us on a satirical journey through the dark underbelly of 19th-century London's drinking culture. The image, now part of a private collection, showcases an inn bustling with patrons indulging in copious amounts of gin. Cruikshank's masterful cartoonish style brings to life the vices and consequences associated with alcoholism. With meticulous attention to detail, he exposes the grim reality behind the seemingly jovial atmosphere. Each character is depicted with exaggerated features and expressions that highlight their descent into drunkenness. This scathing satire serves as a stark reminder of the perils of excessive drinking during this era. Through his artistry, Cruikshank aims to provoke contemplation about society's relationship with alcohol and its devastating effects on individuals and communities alike. "The Gin Shop" stands as a testament to Cruikshank's ability to use caricature and wit to convey powerful social commentary. It invites viewers to reflect upon their own consumption habits while appreciating the artist's skillful execution. Bridgeman Images has preserved this remarkable piece from Fine Art Finder, allowing us access into an important chapter in history where alcohol was both a source of pleasure and destruction.
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