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From the Bar of the Gin Shop to the Bar at the Old Bailey is but one step (engraving)
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From the Bar of the Gin Shop to the Bar at the Old Bailey is but one step (engraving)
607670 From the Bar of the Gin Shop to the Bar at the Old Bailey is but one step (engraving) by English School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: From the Bar of the Gin Shop to the Bar at the Old Bailey is but one step.); Look and Learn / Peter Jackson Collection
Media ID 22688014
© Look and Learn / Peter Jackson Collection / Bridgeman Images
Booze Central Criminal Drank Jury Legal Old Bailey Step System Temperance Weeping
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The engraving titled "From the Bar of the Gin Shop to the Bar at the Old Bailey is but one step" captures a pivotal moment in 19th-century British society. The central figure, a criminal, stands before the bar at London's famous Old Bailey court, representing a significant shift from his previous life as a regular patron of a gin shop. This artwork reflects the movement towards temperance and legal reform during this era. It highlights how excessive alcohol consumption was seen as both a social issue and an underlying cause of criminal behavior. The weeping wife beside him symbolizes the devastating impact that alcohol had on families and communities. The contrast between these two bars - one associated with vice and indulgence, while the other represents justice and order - underscores society's desire for change. The engraving also alludes to Germany's role in influencing Britain's drinking culture, suggesting that this problem extended beyond national borders. Through its intricate details and historical context, this artwork sheds light on not only legal proceedings but also broader societal issues surrounding alcohol consumption in Great Britain during this period. It serves as a reminder of how far society has come in addressing these concerns while acknowledging that progress requires constant vigilance.
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