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Pharoahs Fat Kine
Pharoahs Fat Kine, Pharoahs Lean Kine, Cruikshank, Isaac, 1756-1811, Artist, Engraving 1803, On The Left, In England, Two Corpulent, Jovial Men And An Equally Rotund Woman Providing Them With Drink, Possibly Sherry, And On The Right, In France, Two Listless, Thin, Bony Women Sitting On Sofas And An Equally Emaciated Man Standing Before Them, About To Lose His Wig To A Bird On A Cage Overhead. A Contrast Between The Health Of The Two Nations, In Particular, How Napoleons Egyptian Campaign Is Having An Adverse Affect On France
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1803 Aged Artist Artwork Cage Campaign Contrast Cruikshank Drink Egyptian Health Isaac Lean Left Nations Nostalgia Nostalgic Overhead Possibly Providing Romantic Sherry Thin Traditional Affect Bony Corpulent Emaciated Equally Jovial Kine Listless Lose Rotund Sofas
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This vintage engraving, titled "Pharoahs Fat Kine" captures a stark contrast between the health of two nations during Napoleon's Egyptian campaign. On the left side, in England, we see two corpulent and jovial men accompanied by an equally rotund woman. They are being served what appears to be sherry, symbolizing their indulgent lifestyle. Meanwhile, on the right side in France, two listless and thin women sit on sofas with an emaciated man standing before them. The man is about to lose his wig as a bird perched on a cage overhead prepares to snatch it away. The artwork by Isaac Cruikshank provides a fascinating glimpse into history and serves as a reminder of how different circumstances can affect the well-being of nations. The nostalgic aesthetic of this engraved image adds to its charm and evokes feelings of nostalgia for times long past. Through this illustrative technique, Cruikshank highlights not only the physical differences between individuals but also reflects upon broader cultural aspects such as societal norms and values prevalent at that time. This historic art piece offers us valuable insights into the social fabric of both England and France during this period. As we admire this aged artwork from Universal Images Group (UIG), let us appreciate its artistic merit while contemplating how historical events can shape our understanding of health, culture, and society across different nations throughout time.
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