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Poster Print : Smoak Jack the alarmist, extinguishing the second Great Fire of London (a la Gulliver)!!!, 1819
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Smoak Jack the alarmist, extinguishing the second Great Fire of London (a la Gulliver)!!!, 1819
Smoak Jack the alarmist, extinguishing the second Great Fire of London (a la Gulliver)!!!, 1819. Alderman Atkins stands on balcony of Mansion House directing a jet of water on little Jacobins below who have set fire to London. He was Lord Mayor of London in 1818
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18x24 inch Poster Print
Step back in time with our captivating Media Storehouse Poster Print featuring Smoak Jack the Alarmist, heroically extinguishing the second Great Fire of London in 1819. This intriguing image, reminiscent of Gulliver's Travels, depicts Smoak Jack in action, while Alderman Atkins directs a jet of water from the Mansion House balcony towards the little Jacobins below. Relive the excitement and drama of this historic event with this stunning, vintage-inspired poster print. Add a touch of history to your home or office decor and start a conversation with this fascinating piece 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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This 19th-century caricature print captures the dramatic scene of "Smoak Jack the alarmist, extinguishing the second Great Fire of London (a la Gulliver)!!!". The artist, George Cruikshank, portrays Alderman Atkins standing on the balcony of Mansion House during his tenure as Lord Mayor of London in 1818. In this satirical artwork, Atkins directs a powerful jet of water towards a group of little Jacobins below who have set fire to London. The image is filled with vibrant colors and intricate details that depict the chaos and urgency surrounding this fictional event. The burning flames engulf buildings in the background while smoke billows into the sky. Alderman Atkins wears an elaborate robe befitting his position, symbolizing authority and power as he fights against this imagined threat. Cruikshank's cartoonish style adds a touch of humor to an otherwise serious subject matter. Through satire, he highlights political tensions and societal fears prevalent during that time period. This etching serves as both entertainment and social commentary, reflecting Britain's concerns about crime and arson. Preserved by Guildhall Library and Art Gallery, this historical artifact offers us a glimpse into 19th-century England's political climate while showcasing Cruikshank's artistic talent. It reminds us how art can capture significant moments in history while providing insight into society's values and anxieties at that time.
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