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Drunks. Cartoon titled One of the committee on drunkeness
Cartoon titled One of the committee on drunkeness and one of a drunken committee, depicting two inebriated men arm-in-arm, Great Britain, circa 1750. The figure on the left is saying, This fool drinks Vine and I drink gin and Porter with the second man replying We ll stop the nasty, beastly, filthy, detestable, abominable horrible gin drinking, and as you seem quite a gemman I dare say like me you drink nothing under port and burgundy. (Photo by Hulton Archive/Getty Images)
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Hulton Archive
Media ID 11801572
© 2010 Getty Images
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This vintage cartoon print from Great Britain, circa 1750, captures the humorous and satirical portrayal of drunkenness during that era. Titled "One of the committee on drunkenness and one of a drunken committee" the image depicts two men arm-in-arm, clearly inebriated. The man on the left jests, "This fool drinks Vine and I drink gin and Porter" to which his companion responds with a touch of irony, "We'll stop the nasty, beastly, filthy, detestable, abominable horrible gin drinking". The artwork reflects societal attitudes towards alcohol consumption at the time. Gin was often associated with lower classes due to its affordability and widespread availability. In contrast, port and burgundy were considered more refined choices for gentlemen. With its exaggerated characters and witty dialogue, this cartoon offers a glimpse into an era where alcohol played a significant role in social interactions. It serves as both entertainment and commentary on excessive drinking habits prevalent during that period. Preserved by Hulton Archive/Getty Images in their vast collection of historical photographs and prints like this one—depicting everyday life moments—the print is a fascinating piece that allows us to explore cultural perspectives from centuries ago.
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