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CRUIKSHANK: TEMPERANCE. From the Bar to the Gin Shop to the Bar of the Old Bailey
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CRUIKSHANK: TEMPERANCE. From the Bar to the Gin Shop to the Bar of the Old Bailey
CRUIKSHANK: TEMPERANCE.
From the Bar to the Gin Shop to the Bar of the Old Bailey It Is But One Step. Etching, 1848, by George Cruikshank from his series, The Drunkards Children, Plate V, on the evils of drink
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1848 Alcoholic Alcoholism Child Court Courtroom Crime Cruikshank Crying Etching George Great Britain Intoxicated Jury Room Stand Temperance Movement Trial Vice Victorian Jude
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The print titled "CRUIKSHANK: TEMPERANCE. From the Bar to the Gin Shop to the Bar of the Old Bailey" captures a powerful scene from George Cruikshank's series, The Drunkards Children. Created in 1848, this etching serves as a social commentary on the devastating consequences of alcoholism during Victorian times. In Plate V, we witness an emotionally charged courtroom scene unfolding at the Old Bailey. A middle-aged man stands before a jury and judge, his disheveled appearance reflecting his intoxicated state. His tearful child sits nearby, symbolizing the innocent victims affected by their parent's addiction. Cruikshank masterfully portrays both men and women within this somber interior setting, highlighting how alcoholism transcends gender boundaries. The presence of wigs signifies that this trial takes place in Great Britain's legal system during that era. This artwork aligns with the temperance movement prevalent in Victorian society—a campaign against excessive drinking and its detrimental effects on individuals and families alike. Through intricate details and expressive faces, Cruikshank emphasizes not only personal tragedy but also societal vice associated with alcohol abuse. As viewers contemplate this poignant image, they are reminded that one wrong step can lead from enjoying a drink at a bar to descending into despair at a gin shop or even facing judgment in court. This thought-provoking piece continues to serve as a timeless reminder of the destructive power of addiction throughout history.
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