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Canvas Print : Merry making on the regents birth day, 1812, Cruikshank, George, 1792-1878, etcher
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Merry making on the regents birth day, 1812, Cruikshank, George, 1792-1878, etcher
Merry making on the regents birth day, 1812, Cruikshank, George, 1792-1878, etcher, 1812, George, the Prince Regent, dancing and drinking at a lavish party with the wife of a man who sits with a dejected look on his face and holding a sheet of paper Order of the day which lists Breakfast - 2 to be HUNG at Newgate with lunch, dinner and tea schedules followed by Supper - German fling, d [penny] sausage with bread, cheese & kisses &c &c, Dancing all night and with his feet resting on sheet music titled The black joke while behind him stand two demon-like figures playing French horns, alluding to his present cuckold condition. Through an opening in the palace is a view of a gallows and poor persons seeking relief
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1792 1878 1812 Alluding Birth Bread Breakfast Cheese Condition Cruikshank Dancing Dinner Drinking Etcher Face Feet Figures Gallows George Holding Horns Hung Joke Kisses Lunch Making Merry Music Newgate Night Nostalgia Nostalgic Old Fashioned Opening Order Palace Party Penny Persons Playing Poor Present Prince Regent Regents Relief Resting Sausage Seeking Sits Stand Supper Titled Traditional Wife Amp C Cuckold Dejected Fling Lavish Lists
20"x16" (51x41cm) Canvas Print
Experience the historic charm of "Merry Making on the Regent's Birthday, 1812" by George Cruikshank. This exquisite Canvas Print showcases a lively and festive scene from the Liszt Collection, featuring George, the Prince Regent, dancing and celebrating with his court. The intricate etching details bring the joyous atmosphere of the era to life, making this a stunning addition to any room. With vibrant colors and high-quality materials, our Canvas Prints preserve the rich history and artistry of this iconic image. Elevate your home decor and transport yourself back in time with this captivating work of art.
Delivered stretched and ready to hang our premium quality canvas prints are made from a polyester/cotton blend canvas and stretched over a 1.25" (32mm) kiln dried knot free wood stretcher bar. Packaged in a plastic bag and secured to a cardboard insert for safe transit.
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Estimated Product Size is 50.8cm x 40.6cm (20" x 16")
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 vintage print captures the merry-making on the Regent's birthday in 1812, as depicted by George Cruikshank, a renowned etcher of his time. The scene unfolds at a lavish party where George, the Prince Regent himself, is seen dancing and indulging in drinks. However, amidst all the revelry, there is an intriguing subplot playing out. A man sits with a dejected look on his face while holding a sheet of paper titled "Order of the day". This document lists various activities throughout the day such as breakfast and lunch but also includes a chilling entry - "2 to be HUNG at Newgate". It becomes apparent that this unfortunate man's fate hangs in balance. As George dances carelessly with his feet resting on sheet music titled "The black joke" two demon-like figures play French horns behind him. These elements symbolize his present cuckold condition, suggesting that he may not be aware of or simply disregards it. Through an opening in the palace walls, we catch sight of gallows and impoverished individuals seeking relief. This juxtaposition serves as a stark reminder that while royalty celebrates joyously within their opulent surroundings, others suffer outside their realm. Cruikshank's illustrative technique beautifully captures this historical moment with intricate details and Victorian artistry. This engraved image transports us back to an era filled with nostalgia and provides insight into both historic events and societal dynamics through its old-fashioned charm.
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