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Humour Brobdignag bonnet Cruikshank 19th century cartoon
This is a cartoon etching by the well-known Victorian social caricaturist / cartoonist George Cruikshank (1792 - 1878), dated May 20th, 1828. (1828 is in the reign of William IV, but most of Cruikshanks artistic work was in the long reign of Queen Victoria.) Title: Brobdignag bonnet Description: Seven people beside the wearer walk under the flat brim of a huge ribbon-trimmed hat. Cruikshank was often amused by the size of ladies hats, and here he makes reference to (while mis-spelling) Jonathan Swifts Land of Giants in (Gullivers Travels). A related quote from the book, regarding this spelling: (...as to the people of Lilliput, Brobdingrag (for so the word should have been spelt, and not erroneously Brobdingnag), and Laputa, I have never yet heard of any Yahoo so presumptuous as to dispute their being...) Designed Etched & Published by Geo. Cruikshank May 20th 1828
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Bonnet Caricature Cartoon Comment Fame George Cruikshank Humor Image Created 1820 1829 Kitty1 Large Sweeping Brim Brobdingnag Image Created 19th Century Victorian Style Wide Brimmed
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This 19th-century cartoon etching by George Cruikshank showcases his signature wit and social commentary. Titled "Brobdignag Bonnet" the artwork humorously depicts a scene where seven individuals walk alongside the wearer of an enormous ribbon-trimmed hat with a flat brim. Cruikshank, renowned for his satirical illustrations, often found amusement in the exaggerated size of ladies' hats during this era. In this particular piece, he playfully references Jonathan Swift's "Gulliver's Travels" and mischievously misspells Brobdingnag, the land of giants described in the book. The artist's intention is to evoke laughter while subtly critiquing societal fashion trends. The accompanying quote from Swift further emphasizes Cruikshank's clever wordplay. Designed, etched, and published by Geo. Cruikshank on May 20th, 1828, this print captures the essence of Victorian style and humor prevalent during that period. With its wide-brimmed bonnet sweeping across the image, it exemplifies both hyperbole and caricature techniques commonly employed by Cruikshank. The detailed engraving highlights every comical aspect of this whimsical scene: from the exaggerated proportions to the amused expressions on each character's face. This delightful artwork serves as a testament to George Cruikshank's artistic prowess and enduring legacy as one of Britain's most celebrated cartoonists.
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