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Licensed victuallers dinner
Amusing depiction of a licensed victuallers dinner, with dishes appropriate for inn-keepers. From " The Comic Almanack for 1839: An Ephemeris in Jest and Earnest, containing All Things Fitting For Such a Work by Rigdum Funnidos, Gent." Illustrations by George Cruikshank. Published by Charles Tilt, London, in 1838
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Activity Alcohol Banquet British Culture Celebration Dining Room Dinner Drink Drinking Eating English Culture Enjoyment Event Food Food And Drink Friendship George Cruikshank Greed Humor Line Art Monochrome Over Eating Overweight Social Gathering Table Traditional Clothing Dinner Party Fat Cat Image Created 19th Century Lifestyles Party Social Event Victorian Style
Greetings Card (7"x5")
Step back in time with our charming selection from the Media Storehouse range of Greetings Cards. This delightful design, "Licensed Victuallers Dinner by Whitemay" from the Fine Art Storehouse, brings a touch of 19th-century humor to your correspondence. Featuring an amusing depiction of an inn-keeper's dinner, complete with appropriate dishes, this card is perfect for celebrating the camaraderie and warmth of a good old-fashioned gathering. Add a personal message and send a smile to your loved ones with this unique and intriguing card from the past.
Folded Greeting Cards (12.5x17.5 cm) have a laminate finish and are supplied with an envelope. The front and inside can be personalised with text in a selection of fonts, layouts and colours.
Greetings Cards suitable for Birthdays, Weddings, Anniversaries, Graduations, Thank You and much more
Estimated Product Size is 12.5cm x 17.5cm (4.9" x 6.9")
These are individually made so all sizes are approximate
Artwork printed orientated as per the preview above, with landscape (horizontal) or portrait (vertical) orientation to match the source image.
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This print takes us back to a lively licensed victuallers dinner in the 19th century. With its amusing depiction, the image showcases the extravagant feast fit for inn-keepers of that era. The men gathered around the table are indulging in an abundance of food and drink, embodying the gluttonous spirit of their time. The scene is filled with merriment and camaraderie as these jovial figures revel in their Victorian-style celebration. Their traditional clothing adds a touch of elegance to this boisterous affair. Amidst all the laughter and enjoyment, one cannot help but notice a comically portrayed fat cat, symbolizing greed and excess. Illustrated by George Cruikshank, this engraved image captures not only English culture but also reflects British society's love for feasting and social gatherings. It offers a glimpse into lifestyles from another era while evoking feelings of nostalgia. As we observe this bustling dining room filled with emotion and activity, it becomes evident that this gathering is more than just a dinner party; it represents friendship, humor, and shared moments of joy. The overeating depicted here serves as both entertainment and commentary on societal norms at that time. Overall, this monochrome masterpiece invites us to reflect on our own relationship with food, drink, and celebration while appreciating the rich history embedded within such images from the past.
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