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May I be cursed muttered Jack Sheppard if I ever try to be honest
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May I be cursed muttered Jack Sheppard if I ever try to be honest
2655420 May I be cursed muttered Jack Sheppard if I ever try to be honest again, illustration from Jack Sheppard: A Romance by William Harrison Ainsworth, published 1839 (hand coloured etching) by Cruikshank, George (1792-1878); Private Collection; (add.info.: semi-factual novel based on the life of the thief Jack Sheppard (1702-24); ); The Stapleton Collection; English, out of copyright
Media ID 22761356
© The Stapleton Collection / Bridgeman Images
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The captivating illustration, titled "May I be cursed muttered Jack Sheppard if I ever try to be honest again" transports us back to the pages of William Harrison Ainsworth's novel, "Jack Sheppard: A Romance". This hand-coloured etching by George Cruikshank depicts a pivotal moment in the semi-factual tale of the infamous thief, Jack Sheppard. In this scene, we find ourselves immersed in a dimly lit room filled with intriguing characters. A man, presumably Jack Sheppard himself, stands at the center of attention. His face bears an eye patch and his expression reveals a mix of determination and mischief. Surrounding him are various individuals who seem to play significant roles in his life as criminals and accomplices. A landlady gazes suspiciously at Jack from behind a corner cupboard while a serving wench offers him a drink from her tray. The atmosphere is tense yet alive with anticipation as these characters engage in whispered conversations and exchange stolen goods hidden within crates and chests. This intricate engraving not only captures the essence of 18th-century London but also encapsulates the thrilling narrative that unfolds within its pages. It serves as a visual reminder that honesty holds no place for those entangled in lives of crime and deception. As we gaze upon this print from Fine Art Finder's Stapleton Collection, we are transported into an era where robbers roamed freely and jewels were sought after treasures. It invites us to delve deeper into literature's ability to bring history
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