Artwork

Outside of a Humble of Print Shop

Outside of a Humble of Print Shop, by George Cruikshank, 1828
Outside of a Humble of Print Shop, by George Cruikshank, 1828

Outside of a Humble of Print Shop is a print by the Romanticist artist George Cruikshank. It dates from 1828 and is held in the collection of the Victoria and Albert Museum.

About this work

Overview

Outside of a Humble Print Shop is a 1828 etching by George Cruikshank, capturing a lively street scene.

Subject & Meaning

The print depicts a group of people outside a small print shop, with a woman holding a baby, a man in a top hat examining a sign, and boys with a dog. The scene conveys everyday life in the early 19th century.

Technique & Style

Cruikshank's etching showcases his skill in capturing detailed scenes with humor and satire, characteristic of his work.

History & Provenance

The etching is signed by Cruikshank, indicating its authenticity and date of creation.

Artist & collection

Portrait of George Cruikshank

Artist

George Cruikshank

George Cruikshank or Cruickshank ( KRUUK-shank; 27 September 1792 – 1 February 1878) was a British caricaturist and book illustrator, praised as the "modern Hogarth" during his life.