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Poster Print : The Gin Shop, 1829
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The Gin Shop, 1829
The Gin Shop, pub. 1829 (hand coloured engraving)
Heritage Images features heritage image collections
Media ID 15142486
© Historica Graphica Collection / Heritage-Images
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18x24 inch Poster Print
Introducing the Media Storehouse collection of vintage poster prints, featuring an enchanting image of "The Gin Shop, 1829." This captivating hand-colored engraving, published in 1829, offers a glimpse into the past, transporting you back in time to an era of charm and intrigue. Add a touch of history to your space with this beautifully preserved piece of art, showcasing the quaint design and character of a traditional gin shop from over two centuries ago. The detailed engraving technique brings the shop's architectural features and period clothing to life, making it a striking conversation starter in any room. Bring the rich history of the past into your present with our high-quality poster prints, expertly reproduced to ensure the finest details and vibrant colors. Experience the charm and allure of "The Gin Shop, 1829," now available through Media Storehouse.
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.
EDITORS COMMENTS
This hand-coloured engraving, titled "The Gin Shop, 1829" offers a haunting glimpse into the dark underbelly of 19th-century society. Created by renowned artist George Cruikshank (1792-1878), this print captures the devastating consequences of alcohol and poverty during the Victorian era. In this scene, we are transported to a grim gin palace where despair and ruin reign supreme. The counter is crowded with desperate souls seeking solace in spirits while their children roam aimlessly amidst chaos. A cauldron bubbles ominously in one corner, symbolizing the destructive nature of addiction that traps its victims like a bear trap. Death looms large as the Grim Reaper himself stands prominently at the entrance, reminding us of the ultimate fate that awaits those who succumb to such vices. Skeletons and skulls adorn every corner, serving as stark reminders of lives lost to alcohol-induced misery. Cruikshank's masterful illustration skillfully portrays both male and female figures caught in this cycle of self-destruction. Mothers clutch their infants tightly while fathers stumble through drunken stupors - all trapped within an endless spiral towards destitution. "The Gin Shop" serves as a powerful social commentary on the perils faced by those living in poverty-stricken communities plagued by excessive drinking. It reminds us that even amidst darkness, art has the ability to shed light on societal issues that demand attention and change. As part of Heritage Images' Historica Graphica Collection, this print
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