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CRUIKSHANK: TEMPERANCE. From the Bar to the Gin Shop to the Bar of the Old Bailey
CRUIKSHANK: TEMPERANCE.
From the Bar to the Gin Shop to the Bar of the Old Bailey It Is But One Step. Etching, 1848, by George Cruikshank from his series, The Drunkards Children, Plate V, on the evils of drink
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Media ID 12225605
1848 Alcoholic Alcoholism Child Court Courtroom Crime Cruikshank Crying Drunk Drunkard Etching George Great Britain Intoxicated Judge Jury Room Stand Temperance Movement Trial Vice Victorian
20x30 inch Poster Print
Introducing the Media Storehouse range of stunning poster prints, featuring the iconic etching "CRUIKSHANK: TEMPERANCE. From the Bar to the Gin Shop to the Bar of the Old Bailey It Is But One Step" by George Cruikshank. This powerful image, taken from his series "The Drunkards Children, Plate V," is a poignant commentary on the destructive path of alcoholism. The intricate detail and expressive use of line and shade in this Granger Art on Demand print make it a captivating addition to any room. Raise awareness and start a conversation with this thought-provoking piece of art. Order your Cruikshank poster print today and bring a piece of history into your home or office.
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 76.8cm x 51.4cm (30.2" x 20.2")
These are individually made so all sizes are approximate
Artwork printed orientated as per the preview above, with landscape (horizontal) or portrait (vertical) orientation to match the source image.
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This print titled "CRUIKSHANK: TEMPERANCE. From the Bar to the Gin Shop to the Bar of the Old Bailey" takes us back to 1848, a time when alcoholism was rampant in Great Britain. Created by George Cruikshank as part of his series, The Drunkards Children, Plate V, this etching sheds light on the devastating consequences of excessive drinking. The image portrays a courtroom scene at the Old Bailey where a middle-aged man stands accused. His disheveled appearance and tear-streaked face reflect his struggle with alcohol addiction. Surrounding him are men and women from all walks of life - judges in their wigs, members of the jury, and concerned onlookers. Cruikshank's meticulous attention to detail brings this Victorian-era room to life; every expression tells a story. The artist masterfully captures both despair and hope within this single frame – illustrating how one's journey from indulging in gin at a bar can lead them straight into an unfortunate encounter with law enforcement. Through this powerful visual narrative, Cruikshank aims to raise awareness about the perils of alcoholism while advocating for temperance movement – promoting moderation or abstinence from alcoholic beverages altogether. This thought-provoking piece serves as a reminder that even though it may seem like just one step between enjoying oneself at a bar and ending up before a judge in court due to alcohol-related crimes, that step can have far-reaching consequences for
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