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The Great Subscription Room at Brookes, from The English Spy, pub
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The Great Subscription Room at Brookes, from The English Spy, pub
3085949 The Great Subscription Room at Brookes, from The English Spy, pub. 1824 (hand coloured engraving) by Cruikshank, Isaac Robert (1789-1856); Private Collection; The Stapleton Collection; English, out of copyright
Media ID 22230890
© The Stapleton Collection / Bridgeman Images
Gambling Gaming Gentlemen Hazard Members Whist Card Tables Neo Classical
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The Great Subscription Room at Brookes - A Glimpse into the World of 19th Century Gaming
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. This print takes us back in time to the vibrant and bustling atmosphere of The Great Subscription Room at Brookes, as depicted in Isaac Robert Cruikshank's renowned hand-colored engraving from 1824. Stepping into this neo-classical gaming room feels like entering a world filled with excitement and anticipation. The image showcases a group of well-dressed men engrossed in various card games, their faces reflecting both concentration and delight. The grandeur of the barrel vault ceiling adds an air of elegance to the scene while macaronis - fashionable young men known for their flamboyant style - add a touch of whimsy. In this cartoon-like representation, we witness members indulging in different forms of gambling, such as hazard and whist, around ornate card tables. Each table is adorned with intricately designed playing cards and piles of chips, highlighting the intensity that surrounds these gentlemen. As we explore every corner of this remarkable space through Cruikshank's skilled engraving technique, it becomes clear that The Great Subscription Room was not just a place for gambling but also served as a social hub for affluent individuals seeking entertainment and camaraderie. This extraordinary print transports us back to an era where gaming rooms were synonymous with luxury and leisure. It offers us a glimpse into the past while reminding us that human nature has always been drawn to moments filled with risk-taking
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