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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 Drunk Drunkard Etching George Great Britain Intoxicated Judge Jury Room Stand Temperance Movement Trial Vice Victorian
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This print titled "CRUIKSHANK: TEMPERANCE. From the Bar to the Gin Shop to the Bar of the Old Bailey" takes us back to 1848, a time when alcoholism was rampant in Great Britain. Created by George Cruikshank as part of his series, The Drunkards Children, Plate V, this etching sheds light on the devastating consequences of excessive drinking. The image portrays a courtroom scene at the Old Bailey where a middle-aged man stands accused. His disheveled appearance and tear-streaked face reflect his struggle with alcohol addiction. Surrounding him are men and women from all walks of life - judges in their wigs, members of the jury, and concerned onlookers. Cruikshank's meticulous attention to detail brings this Victorian-era room to life; every expression tells a story. The artist masterfully captures both despair and hope within this single frame – illustrating how one's journey from indulging in gin at a bar can lead them straight into an unfortunate encounter with law enforcement. Through this powerful visual narrative, Cruikshank aims to raise awareness about the perils of alcoholism while advocating for temperance movement – promoting moderation or abstinence from alcoholic beverages altogether. This thought-provoking piece serves as a reminder that even though it may seem like just one step between enjoying oneself at a bar and ending up before a judge in court due to alcohol-related crimes, that step can have far-reaching consequences for
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