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MS.P.077
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Title: George Cruikshank etchings
Identifier/Call Number: MS.P.077
Contributing Institution:
Special Collections and Archives, University of California, Irvine Libraries
Language of Material:
English
Physical Description:
0.1 Linear feet
Date (inclusive): 1822-1826
Abstract: This collection contains five etchings by George Cruikshank titled "Mushroom Monstrosities" and "The Dancing Lesson," which
is made up of four plates. All five plates are colored. The images measure 5 1/8 x 6 3/8 inches.
Creator:
Cruikshank, George
The collection is open for research.
Property rights reside with the University of California. For permissions to reproduce or to publish, please contact the Head
of Special Collections and Archives.
George Cruikshank etchings. MS-P077. Special Collections and Archives, The UC Irvine Libraries, Irvine, California.
Source and dates unknown.
Processed by Christine Kim and Zoe MacLeod, 2012.
George Cruikshank, born in 1792, was a British caricaturist and a book illustrator in the 19th century. He was known for his
etchings that portrayed the royal family and leading politicians. He also illustrated books, including some of Charles Dickens'
works. Cruikshank was a renowned caricaturist and was one of England's most popular satirists. He died in 1878.
This collection contains five etchings by George Cruikshank titled "Mushroom Monstrosities" and "The Dancing Lesson," which
is made up of four plates. All five plates are colored. The images measure 5 1/8 x 6 3/8 inches.
Subjects and Indexing Terms
Dance
Etchings -- 19th century -- Color.
Satire, English