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Humour gentility Cruikshank 19th century cartoon
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Humour gentility Cruikshank 19th century cartoon
This is a cartoon etching by the well-known Victorian social caricaturist / cartoonist George Cruikshank (1792 - 1878), dated May 20th, 1828. (1828 is in the reign of William IV, but most of Cruikshanks artistic work was in the long reign of Queen Victoria.) Title: Gentility! Conversation - Vhy I say Jim arn t you a-gooing out with Jack & the Green?!! - No, Master says as how its werry low - Ve ar all a-going to dine vith the Masters & Missuss at Vite Condic House Description: A chimney-sweep carrying a brush and shovel addresses another climbing boy. The soot-black little urchin says he is not going to meet up with his friends. Instead, he will dine at White Conduit House with his master and mistress. A touch of humour for sweeps on May Day. (Jack in the green was a man who wore a leaf-covered frame while dancing in May-Day celebrations.) Designed Etched & Published by Geo. Cruikshank May 20th 1828
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Caricature Cartoon Comment Fame George Cruikshank Humor Image Created 1820 1829 Kitty1 Little Boys Sweeping Two People Chimney Sweep Image Created 19th Century Jack In The Green May Day Victorian Style
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This 19th-century cartoon etching by the renowned Victorian caricaturist George Cruikshank transports us back to a time of wit and social commentary. Created in May 1828 during the reign of William IV, but within the artistic zenith of Queen Victoria's rule, this print titled "Gentility! Conversation" showcases Cruikshank's masterful ability to capture humor and satire. In this scene, we witness two young chimney-sweeps engaged in conversation. One boy, covered head-to-toe in soot, explains that he will not be joining his friends for an outing with Jack and the Green. Instead, he proudly declares that he has been invited to dine at White Conduit House with his master and mistress. The absurdity of a lowly sweep being included in such refined company adds an element of amusement to this May Day tale. Cruikshank's intricate detailing brings these characters to life as they navigate their contrasting worlds. The image portrays the stark divide between social classes during this era while infusing it with lightheartedness and charm. As we gaze upon this historical gem, we are reminded of Cruikshank's enduring fame as one of Britain's most celebrated illustrators. His skillful use of engraving techniques combined with his sharp wit made him a beloved figure among art enthusiasts. Now preserved through time as a printed work from Whiteway Fine Art Storehouse, this delightful piece invites us into a world where even chimney sweeps can find themselves amidst unexpected adventures and humorous encounters on May Day celebrations.
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