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William Hogarth Gin Lane
Vintage engraving of showing a scene from William Hogarths Beer Street and Gin Lane. They depict the evils of the consumption of gin as a contrast to the merits of drinking beer. Set in the parish of St Giles, a notorious slum district, Gin Lane depicts the squalor and despair of a community raised on gin. With shocking scenes of infanticide, starvation, madness, decay and suicide
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18th Century 18th Century Style Alcohol Alcohol Abuse Baby British Culture Child Crime Crisis Depression Sadness Despair Dirty Distraught Drink Drinking Drunk English Culture Evil Family Fine Art Painting Hard Liquor Image Created 18th Century Lane London England Morality Mother Negative Emotion Offspring Parent Poor Area Rotting Rudeness Sadness Satire Slum Social Issues William Hogarth Child Abuse Infamous Infanticide Insanity Madness Retro Styled Unconscious
Greetings Card (A5)
"Step back in time with our captivating range of greeting cards from Media Storehouse. Featuring the iconic engraving "William Hogarth Gin Lane" by duncan1890 from Fine Art Storehouse, these vintage cards offer a unique and thoughtful twist to your message. This classic work of art depicts the stark contrast between the virtues of drinking beer and the destructive effects of gin consumption, as originally depicted by William Hogarth in the 18th century. Perfect for those who appreciate history, art, and a touch of whimsy, these cards are sure to leave a lasting impression. Order yours today and add a touch of timeless charm to your correspondence."
Create your own greetings card. Size when folded is A5 (14.5x21cm or 5.7x8.3 inches)
Greetings Cards suitable for Birthdays, Weddings, Anniversaries, Graduations, Thank You and much more
Estimated Image Size (if not cropped) is 14.5cm x 21cm (5.7" x 8.3")
Estimated Product Size is 29cm x 21cm (11.4" x 8.3")
These are individually made so all sizes are approximate
Artwork printed orientated as per the preview above, with portrait (vertical) orientation to match the source image.
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This vintage engraving captures the haunting scene from William Hogarth's Gin Lane, a powerful depiction of the perils of gin consumption in contrast to the virtues of beer. Set in St Giles, an infamous slum district, this artwork portrays the squalor and despair that plagued a community dependent on gin. With shocking imagery of infanticide, starvation, madness, decay, and suicide, Hogarth's satire aims to expose the devastating consequences of excessive alcohol abuse. In this 18th-century style print by Duncan1890 from Fine Art Storehouse, we are transported back to a time when London was riddled with poverty and moral decay. The retro-styled illustration showcases women trapped in a cycle of misery within this poor area. The city life depicted is one filled with rotting streets and rampant crime. As we delve into English culture through this antique woodcut image, it becomes evident how deeply rooted social issues such as child abuse and alcoholism were during that era. The black-and-white portrayal emphasizes the distraught emotions felt by those affected by these negative circumstances. Through his artistry, Hogarth exposes not only the physical but also emotional turmoil experienced by families living amidst such hardship. This print serves as a reminder of our history—a testament to both human resilience and society's capacity for change.
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