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Taking water for Vauxhall - be cautious my love... don t expose your leg (engraving)
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Taking water for Vauxhall - be cautious my love... don t expose your leg (engraving)
603038 Taking water for Vauxhall - be cautious my love... don t expose your leg (engraving) by English School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Taking water for Vauxhall - be cautious my love... don t expose your leg; cartoon; published 1790); Look and Learn / Peter Jackson Collection
Media ID 22686708
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This 19th-century engraving titled "Taking water for Vauxhall - be cautious my love. . . don't expose your leg" captures a whimsical scene on the River Thames in London. The cartoon-like image depicts a rowboat filled with passengers, including a couple in love. As they navigate the river, the man warns his beloved to be careful and not expose her leg, adding an element of humor and caution to their journey. The artwork showcases various modes of transportation prevalent during that era. Tugboats can be seen pulling larger boats along the river, highlighting the importance of water transport for both goods and people. Bridges also feature prominently in this print, ranging from pedestrian wooden bridges to grand stone structures and even suspension bridges. This satirical drawing offers a scathing satire on societal norms and etiquette at the time. It pokes fun at how individuals were expected to dress modestly while enjoying leisure activities like boating on the Thames or visiting popular destinations such as Vauxhall Gardens. Overall, this enchanting engraving provides us with a delightful glimpse into London's past transportation systems while simultaneously entertaining viewers with its clever commentary on social customs and romantic encounters.
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