Daniel O'Rourke after his ride on the eagle and visit to the moon, 1850

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Daniel O'Rourke after his ride on the eagle and visit to the moon, 1850

3478089 Daniel O'Rourke after his ride on the eagle and visit to the moon, 1850; (add.info.: Cartoon depicting Daniel O'Rourke after his ride on the eagle and visit to the moon, being sobered up by his wife Judy. Dated 19th Century.); Universal History Archive/UIG

Media ID 38320808

© Universal History Archive/UIG / Bridgeman Images

Alcoholic Alcoholism Bird Of Prey Birds Of Prey Drunk Drunkard Drunkedness Drunken Drunkenness Drunkness Eagle Judy Moonlight Ride Sober Spouse Wive Booze

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This whimsical 19th-century cartoon captures the hilarious aftermath of Daniel O'Rourke's wild ride on an eagle to visit the moon. In this satirical drawing, we see a drunken Daniel being sobered up by his no-nonsense wife Judy. The scene is filled with humor and charm as Judy tries to bring her tipsy husband back down to earth after his otherworldly adventure. The artist has expertly captured the contrast between the fantastical journey Daniel has just experienced and the mundane reality of domestic life. The details in this illustration are rich and engaging, from the expression on Judy's face to the disheveled appearance of a still slightly intoxicated Daniel. Through this satirical cartoon, we get a glimpse into 19th-century attitudes towards alcoholism and family dynamics. It serves as both a humorous commentary on human behavior and a reflection of societal norms at that time. Overall, this print is not only visually captivating but also offers insight into historical perspectives on marriage, intoxication, and escapism. It reminds us that even in times long past, people found ways to inject humor into everyday life situations.

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