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Jack Sheppard & Blueskin in Mr. Woods bed-room, illustration from Jack Sheppard
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Jack Sheppard & Blueskin in Mr. Woods bed-room, illustration from Jack Sheppard
2636992 Jack Sheppard & Blueskin in Mr. Woods bed-room, 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); Joseph " Blueskin" Blake (1700-24); ); The Stapleton Collection; English, out of copyright
Media ID 22366822
© The Stapleton Collection / Bridgeman Images
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This print captures a pivotal moment in the thrilling tale of "Jack Sheppard & Blueskin". Illustrated by George Cruikshank, this hand-coloured etching brings to life a scene from William Harrison Ainsworth's 1839 novel, "Jack Sheppard: A Romance". In the dimly lit bedroom of Mr. Woods, we witness an intense encounter between Jack Sheppard and his accomplice, Joseph "Blueskin". Blake. Masked and armed with pistol and knife, these infamous felons are caught in the act of robbing their former employer. The tension is palpable as they silently navigate through darkness towards their unsuspecting prey. The composition skillfully portrays the contrast between light and shadow, heightening the suspenseful atmosphere within the room. We see Blueskin cautiously approaching Mr. Woods' sleeping figure while Jack stands guard nearby. Their criminal intentions are clear; they are committed to breaking into this house and committing yet another audacious crime. This image not only showcases Cruikshank's artistic prowess but also serves as a window into London's criminal underworld during the 18th century. It offers us a glimpse into the lives of notorious thieves like Jack Sheppard and his trusted partner-in-crime, Blueskin. As we gaze upon this historical print from Fine Art Finder's private collection, we can't help but be drawn into this enthralling narrative that blurs fact with fiction—a story that immortalizes these daring burglars who once ruled London's
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