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Check Mate, 1835 (hand-coloured engraving)
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Check Mate, 1835 (hand-coloured engraving)
2562189 Check Mate, 1835 (hand-coloured engraving) by Cruikshank, George (1792-1878); Private Collection; The Stapleton Collection; English, out of copyright
Media ID 22888960
© The Stapleton Collection / Bridgeman Images
Adultery Affair Affairs Cheating Gentleman Gentlemen Illicit Maids Mistress Mistresses Nightgown Nightgowns Parlour Shock Suitor Suitors Surprise Surprised Maid Parlours
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Check Mate, 1835 (hand-coloured engraving) captures a dramatic and scandalous scene set in an elegant parlour of the Victorian era. This print by George Cruikshank depicts a moment of illicit intrigue, where secrets are unveiled and lives forever changed. In this intriguing composition, we witness a gentleman caught red-handed in an act of adultery. Surrounded by opulent furnishings and dimly lit candles, he is confronted by his unsuspecting wife who stands before him with shock and disbelief written across her face. The room is filled with tension as the truth unravels before our eyes. The artist's attention to detail is evident in every aspect of this hand-coloured engraving. From the intricate patterns on the nightgowns worn by both women to the expressions on each character's face, Cruikshank masterfully captures the emotions at play within this intimate space. The inclusion of additional figures such as maids and suitors adds depth to the narrative, highlighting the consequences that arise from such clandestine affairs. Through clever visual storytelling, Cruikshank invites us into a world where societal norms are challenged and personal relationships hang in delicate balance. This remarkable print from The Stapleton Collection offers viewers a glimpse into a hidden realm of desire and betrayal. It serves as a timeless reminder that actions have consequences – even within the confines of one's own home.
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