Antique George Cruikshank John Bull in the Council Chamber Satirical Engraving

Description

Early 19th century hand colored satirical engraving titled "John Bull in the Council Chamber" by George Cruikshank. Published July 1st 1813 by W.N. Jones, No 5 Newgate St. Beveled gilt frame; white mat.

"George Cruikshank or Cruickshank (27 September 1792 – 1 February 1878) was a British caricaturist and book illustrator, praised as the "modern Hogarth" during his life. His book illustrations for his friend Charles Dickens, and many other authors, reached an international audience. Cruikshank was born in London. His father, Edinburgh-born Isaac Cruikshank, was one of the leading caricaturists of the late 1790s and Cruikshank started his career as his father's apprentice and assistant. His older brother, Isaac Robert, also followed in the family business as a caricaturist and illustrator. Cruikshank's early work was caricature; but in 1823, at the age of 31, he started to focus on book illustration." (Source: Wikipedia)

"John Bull is a national personification of the United Kingdom, especially in political cartoons and similar graphic works. He is usually depicted as a stout, middle-aged, country-dwelling, jolly and matter-of-fact man. He originated in satirical works of the early 18th century and would come to stand for "English liberty" in opposition to revolutionaries. He was popular through the 18th and 19th centuries until the time of the First World War, when he generally stopped being seen as representative of the "common man"." (Source: Wikipedia)

Condition

Good Overall - Creases/discoloration to paper

Dimensions

23" x 0.5" x 12" / Sans Frame - 19" x 7.75" (Width x Depth x Height)