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Humour pavement sailor art as lithography 19th century cartoon
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Humour pavement sailor art as lithography 19th century cartoon
This is a cartoon etching by the well-known Victorian social caricaturist / cartoonist George Cruikshank (1792 - 1878), dated November 1st, 1829. (1829 is in the reign of William IV, but most of Cruikshanks artistic work was in the long reign of Queen Victoria.) Cruikshank went on to illustrate a number of the books of Charles Dickens. Title: Lithography Description: Two boys look down on the work of art on a stone pavement. From the naval rope-and-anchor drawing, the ragged artist has a nautical background. Lithography, invented in 1796 (just 35 years before this cartoon was drawn) is a method for printing using a stone or a metal plate with a completely smooth surface. It was used to print text or artwork in a professional printing works. Cruikshank compares the smooth, professional lithographic limestone to the rough stone used by the amateur artist on a pavement. Designed Etched & Published by Geo. Cruikshank - Novr. 1st 1829 More cartoons by George Cruikshank
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Anchor Caricature Cartoon Consoling Fame George Cruikshank Humor Image Created 1820 1829 Kitty1 Occupation Poverty Sailor Sidewalk Spectator Torn Image Created 19th Century Victorian Style
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In this 19th-century lithograph by George Cruikshank, we are transported to a bustling street where two curious boys stand in awe of a humorous pavement sailor art. Created on November 1st, 1829, during the reign of William IV, this cartoon etching showcases Cruikshank's renowned talent as a Victorian social caricaturist and cartoonist. The scene unfolds with the boys peering down at the artwork meticulously drawn on the stone pavement. The ragged artist responsible for this nautical masterpiece seems to have a background in naval rope-and-anchor work. The contrast between his rough stone canvas and the smooth lithographic limestone used in professional printing works is cleverly highlighted by Cruikshank. Lithography, invented just 35 years prior to this cartoon's creation in 1796, revolutionized printing techniques by utilizing completely smooth surfaces like stones or metal plates. This method allowed for precise reproduction of text and artwork with exceptional detail. Cruikshank's wit shines through as he juxtaposes the amateurish nature of street art against the polished professionalism associated with lithography. It is worth noting that George Cruikshank later collaborated with Charles Dickens, illustrating several books during Queen Victoria's long reign. This delightful print captures not only an amusing moment but also serves as a testament to both artistic innovation and societal commentary prevalent during this era.
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