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Ruined By The Bottle - Plate II of George Cruikshanks The Bottle
Plate II of George Cruikshanks The Bottle, a series of eight etchings published in 1847 and depicting the effects of alcoholism. The caption reads: He Is Discharged from His Employment for Drunkenness: They Pawn Their Clothes to Supply the Bottle. (Photo by Hulton Archive/Getty Images)
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Hulton Archive
Media ID 11797476
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Experience the captivating world of Hulton Archive's Ruined By The Bottle - Plate II of George Cruikshanks The Bottle. This intricately detailed jigsaw puzzle, sourced from the Fine Art Storehouse collection, invites you on a journey through the thought-provoking series of etchings published in 1847. Witness the powerful depiction of the consequences of alcoholism as you piece together this captivating work of art. Engage your mind and ignite your creativity with Media Storehouse's high-quality jigsaw puzzles, perfect for collectors, art enthusiasts, and puzzle solvers alike.
1000 piece puzzles are custom made in Australia and hand-finished on 100% recycled 1.6mm thick laminated puzzle boards. There is a level of repetition in jigsaw shapes with each matching piece away from its pair. The completed puzzle measures 76x50cm and is delivered packaged in an attractive presentation box specially designed to fit most mail slots with a unique magnetic lid
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Estimated Product Size is 76cm x 50.2cm (29.9" x 19.8")
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.
Ruined By The Bottle - Plate II of George Cruikshanks The Bottle
EDITORS COMMENTS
. In this poignant photo print, we are transported back to the 19th century, where artist George Cruikshank's powerful etching series, "The Bottle" comes to life. Plate II captures a heart-wrenching scene depicting the devastating effects of alcoholism on a family. The image portrays a husband and wife in their humble domestic setting. The man, disheveled and downtrodden, has just been discharged from his employment due to his chronic drunkenness. His once proud stature now reduced to despair. Meanwhile, his wife sits beside him with an expression of sorrow and resignation etched upon her face. Poverty looms heavily in the room as evidenced by their tattered clothes pawned off to supply their insatiable thirst for the bottle. A cat lurks nearby, perhaps mirroring their own desperate existence amidst this cycle of abuse. Cruikshank's masterful use of black and white adds depth and intensity to this portrayal of human suffering caused by addiction. Through intricate details such as the husband's pipe smoking habit further highlighting his dependency on substances. This evocative artwork serves as a timeless reminder that alcohol abuse knows no boundaries; it can infiltrate any stratum of society with its destructive force. It compels us to reflect on our own relationship with alcohol while urging compassion towards those trapped in its grip.
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