Greetings Card : An English workman and his family -- Cruikshank
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An English workman and his family -- Cruikshank
A workmans home, with father and mother at the table, a little maid serving them, and their two young children at a tiny table in front of the hearth. Ominously, the father is holding a bottle
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Media ID 4304755
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1840s 1847 Alcohol Bottle Cruikshank Intemperance Produced Temperance
Greetings Card (7"x5")
Introducing the latest addition to our Media Storehouse Greetings Cards collection: "An English Workman and His Family" by Cruikshank. This heartwarming, yet thought-provoking design, sourced from Mary Evans Prints Online, captures the essence of a traditional English family scene. The image shows a loving father and mother seated at the table, surrounded by the warmth of their home. Their young daughter attends to their needs, while their curious son peers in from the hearthside. Yet, the scene is not without its hint of concern as the father holds a bottle, adding a touch of intrigue to the moment. Our high-quality greetings cards are perfect for expressing your deepest emotions, whether it's a heartfelt message of love, a thoughtful note of encouragement, or a gentle reminder of the bonds that connect us all. Bring a touch of history and nostalgia to your next greeting with Media Storehouse's "An English Workman and His Family" design. Order yours today and let the story unfold.
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.
EDITORS COMMENTS
This powerful historical print by Cruikshank from 1847 depicts an English workman and his family in their humble home. The scene shows the father and mother seated at the table, with a young maid serving them food while their two children sit at a tiny table near the hearth. However, what stands out ominously in this image is the father holding a bottle of alcohol.
The presence of the bottle hints at issues of intemperance and alcohol abuse that were prevalent during Victorian times. It serves as a stark reminder of the struggles faced by working-class families, where poverty often led to unhealthy coping mechanisms such as excessive drinking.
Despite the somber undertones, there is also a sense of warmth and intimacy in this family scene. The mother's nurturing presence, the children's innocence, and even the father's troubled expression all contribute to a complex narrative about domestic life in 19th-century England.
This print not only captures a specific moment in history but also raises important questions about social issues such as temperance and family dynamics. It serves as a poignant reminder of how art can reflect societal realities and provoke meaningful discussions about our past.
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