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Humour hypochondria and foppish drawing room manners cartoon by Cruikshank
This is a cartoon etching by the well-known Victorian social caricaturist / cartoonist George Cruikshank (1792 - 1878), dated 1832. It caricatures the foppish manners of young gentlemen in a large drawing room, and would have been aimed at London society of the time. (1832 is in the reign of Victorias predecessor, William IV.) Amongst other things, Cruikshank provided book illustrations for Charles Dickens.(Title) Cigar Divan. (Gentleman 1) a Pray Lollop do you expect your friends here this evening? (Gentleman 2) - Why no, for poor Lackadaisy has got a violent cold by being so indiscreet as to wash his hands in cold water, and Mambypamby is confined to his room with a very bad pimple on his chin. Designed Etched & Published byGeorge Cruikshank. Septr. 1st 1832
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Cartoon George Cruikshank Healthcare And Medicine High Society Humor Image Created 1830 1839 Living Room London England Organized Group Caricaturist Dandy Hypochondria Image Created 19th Century Victorian Style
A3 (42 x 29.7cm) Poster Print
Step into the whimsical world of Victorian England with our Humour Hypochondria and Foppish Drawing Room Manners poster print by George Cruikshank from Media Storehouse's Fine Art Storehouse collection. This captivating 1832 etching by the renowned social caricaturist showcases Cruikshank's sharp wit and keen observation of the eccentricities of the time. Add a touch of history, humor, and elegance to your space with this beautiful and intricately detailed piece of art. Perfect for those who appreciate the richness of the past and the timeless charm of classic cartoons.
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Estimated Product Size is 42.6cm x 30.6cm (16.8" x 12")
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Artwork printed orientated as per the preview above, with landscape (horizontal) orientation to match the source image.
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Caption: "Humour, Hypochondria, and Foppish Drawing Room Manners - A Victorian Satire". This cartoon etching by George Cruikshank takes us back to the elegant drawing rooms of 19th-century London society. Created in 1832 during the reign of William IV, this caricature playfully mocks the foppish manners of young gentlemen as they engage in idle conversation. Titled "Cigar Divan" the scene depicts two dandies engaged in a humorous exchange. The first gentleman curiously asks his companion if he expects their friends to join them that evening. To his surprise, Gentleman 2 responds with comical excuses for their absence – Lackadaisy suffering from a cold due to washing his hands in cold water and Mambypamby confined to his room with an unfortunate pimple on his chin. George Cruikshank was renowned for his illustrations accompanying Charles Dickens' novels, but here he showcases his talent as a social caricaturist. Through intricate details and exaggerated features, he captures the essence of high society's obsession with trivial ailments and hypochondria. With its witty commentary on Victorian etiquette and health concerns, this print offers a glimpse into both the humor and anxieties prevalent among London's elite at that time. As we admire this delightful piece from Whiteway Fine Art Storehouse, we are reminded of Cruikshank's enduring legacy as one of Britain's most celebrated satirical artists.
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