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Change Alley during the Phrenzy of the South Sea Bubble (engraving)
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Change Alley during the Phrenzy of the South Sea Bubble (engraving)
654579 Change Alley during the Phrenzy of the South Sea Bubble (engraving) by English School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Change Alley during the Phrenzy of the South Sea Bubble. Illustration from John Cassells Illustrated History of England (W Kent, 1857/1858). Digitally cleaned image.); © Look and Learn; English, out of copyright
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Financial Frenzy Shares South Sea Bubble Speculation Stockbrokers Stocks Change Alley
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This engraving titled "Change Alley during the Phrenzy of the South Sea Bubble" takes us back to a significant moment in English financial history. Created by an anonymous 19th-century English artist, this print captures the chaos and excitement that engulfed Change Alley during the infamous South Sea Bubble. The South Sea Bubble was a speculative frenzy that occurred in England during the early 18th century. The image depicts stockbrokers and traders frantically conducting business amidst a sea of people, all vying for their share of wealth from investing in stocks. The atmosphere is one of frenzied anticipation as fortunes were made and lost within moments. The artist skillfully portrays the intensity and energy of this pivotal period through intricate details, such as bustling crowds, animated gestures, and anxious expressions on faces. This visual representation offers viewers a glimpse into the world of high-stakes finance and its impact on society at large. Originally published in John Cassells Illustrated History of England in 1857/1858, this digitally cleaned image allows us to appreciate both its historical significance and artistic merit. Preserved within private collections until now, it serves as a reminder of how speculation can drive markets to extremes while also serving as a cautionary tale about unchecked greed. As we examine this engraving today, we are reminded not only of past financial bubbles but also encouraged to reflect upon our own relationship with money and investments - urging us to approach them with prudence rather than succumbing to phrenzies like
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