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"Unable to obtain employment, they are driven by poverty into the streets to beg
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"Unable to obtain employment, they are driven by poverty into the streets to beg
2492036 " Unable to obtain employment, they are driven by poverty into the streets to beg, and by this means they still supply the bottle." Plate IV of The Drunkards Chlldren pub. 1848 (b/w engraving) by Cruikshank, George (1792-1878); Private Collection; The Stapleton Collection; English, out of copyright
Media ID 22888926
© The Stapleton Collection / Bridgeman Images
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This engraving, titled "Unable to obtain employment, they are driven by poverty into the streets to beg" captures a heartbreaking scene of destitution and despair. Created by George Cruikshank in 1848, it portrays a family trapped in the vicious cycle of poverty and alcoholism. In the foreground, a young girl clings onto her father's arm while holding up a sign that reads "Family Wines and Spirits". The man, with an empty bottle in his hand and a pipe hanging from his mouth, appears lost in his addiction. His disheveled appearance reflects the toll that alcohol has taken on him. Beside them stands a woman who is presumably the mother. She looks worn out as she leans on her walking stick or cane for support. Her face tells tales of exhaustion and desperation. The artist highlights not only their physical state but also their emotional turmoil. The image suggests that this family turns to begging as a means of survival while still being lured into further temptation by supplying alcoholic beverages. Cruikshank's engraving serves as both social commentary and a call for empathy towards those affected by poverty and addiction. It reminds us of the devastating impact these circumstances can have on individuals' lives – tearing families apart while leaving them trapped in cycles they cannot escape easily. This powerful artwork prompts reflection on society's responsibility to address systemic issues such as poverty, addiction, and lack of opportunities for employment – all factors contributing to this tragic scene captured within this print
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