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Framed Print : Pretty Bob, Poor Bob, Bandy Bob, 1819 (engraving)
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Pretty Bob, Poor Bob, Bandy Bob, 1819 (engraving)
XJF391591 Pretty Bob, Poor Bob, Bandy Bob, 1819 (engraving) by Cruikshank, George (1792-1878); Private Collection; (add.info.: created as a plea for the Chimney Sweepers Regulation Bill forbidding the use of climbing boys; the bill was eventually defeated in the Lords; shows the child Bob as he grows up, becoming dirtier and more deformed as time passes; ); English, out of copyright
Media ID 12871752
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Blackened Brush Chimney Sweep Ragged Clothes Rags Soot Labourer
22"x18" (58x48cm) Modern Frame
Add a touch of historical charm to your home decor with the Media Storehouse Framed Print of "Pretty Bob, Poor Bob, Bandy Bob, 1819" by George Cruikshank. This captivating engraving, sourced from Bridgeman Images through Fine Art Finder, showcases three distinct versions of the character Bob, each telling a unique story. With intricate details and stunning contrast, this timeless piece is sure to make a bold statement in any room. Bring a piece of history into your living space and start a conversation with this beautiful framed print.
Wood effect frame, card mounted, 16x12 archival quality photo print. Overall outside dimensions 22x18 inches (58x48cm). Environmentally and ozone friendly, 40mm wide x 15mm Polycore® moulding has the look of real wood, is durable and light and easy to hang. Biodegradable and made with non-chlorinated gases (no toxic fumes) it is efficient; producing 100 tons of polystyrene can save 300 tons of trees! Prints are glazed with lightweight, shatterproof, optical clarity acrylic (providing the same general protection from the environment as glass). The back is stapled hardboard with a sawtooth hanger attached. Note: To minimise original artwork cropping, for optimum layout, and to ensure print is secure, the visible print may be marginally smaller
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Estimated Image Size (if not cropped) is 39.6cm x 18.9cm (15.6" x 7.4")
Estimated Product Size is 57.9cm x 47.8cm (22.8" x 18.8")
These are individually made so all sizes are approximate
Artwork printed orientated as per the preview above, with landscape (horizontal) orientation to match the source image.
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This engraving by George Cruikshank, titled "Pretty Bob, Poor Bob, Bandy Bob" tells a poignant story of the harsh realities faced by chimney sweepers in 19th-century England. Created as a plea for the Chimney Sweepers Regulation Bill, which aimed to protect young boys from hazardous working conditions, this print serves as a powerful reminder of the struggles endured by these laboring children. The image depicts three stages in the life of Bob, an unfortunate climbing boy. In his youth, he appears innocent and clean-cut as "Pretty Bob" but as time passes and he continues his arduous work cleaning chimneys filled with soot and grime, he transforms into "Poor Bob". His features become dirtier and more deformed with each passing year. Cruikshank's artwork is not only visually striking but also carries a strong social message. It highlights the physical toll that such laborious work takes on these young boys' bodies while shedding light on their impoverished living conditions. Despite its intention to advocate for change through legislation like the Chimney Sweepers Regulation Bill, unfortunately defeated in the Lords at that time, this engraving remains a testament to the resilience and plight of child chimney sweepers during this era. Through its vivid portrayal of hardship juxtaposed against innocence lost too soon, Cruikshank's engraving invites viewers to reflect upon societal injustices and advocates for better protection for vulnerable members of society.
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