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Night Watchmen
circa 1830: Tom, Jerry Hawthorn and his friend Bob Logic discover the consumptive Corinthian Katie inebriated on the street. Original Publication: From Pierce Egans Life in and out of London, p.256, illustrations by Robert Cruikshank (Photo by Hulton Archive/Getty Images)
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Hulton Archive
Media ID 11797176
1923 Alcohol Colour Format Life Europe H Orig
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In this print titled "Night Watchmen (circa 1830)" we are transported back in time to the bustling streets of London. The image showcases a vivid landscape filled with intriguing characters and illuminated by lantern light. Two figures, Tom and Jerry Hawthorn, can be seen alongside their friend Bob Logic as they stumble upon an unexpected sight. Their eyes meet the fragile form of Corinthian Katie, a consumptive young woman who appears inebriated on the street. This poignant scene captures the harsh realities of life during that era, where drugs and alcohol abuse were prevalent issues among society's marginalized individuals. The vibrant colors bring to life the essence of Europe's nightlife at that time - a mix of excitement and darkness intertwined. The photograph serves as a reminder that even amidst revelry, there exists a hidden underbelly plagued by addiction and suffering. Originally published in Pierce Egan's Life in and out of London, this illustration by Robert Cruikshank has been preserved over time for us to appreciate its historical significance. It offers us a glimpse into an era long gone but not forgotten – one marked by both law enforcement efforts to maintain order (as symbolized by watchmen) and political unrest simmering beneath the surface. This remarkable piece from Hulton Archive is truly mesmerizing; it transports us back to an age when nightfall revealed both beauty and despair within European cities like London.
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