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Historical Background
Scope and Content Summary
Contributing Institution:
Special Collections and Archives, University of California, Irvine
Libraries
Title: George Cruikshank etchings
Creator:
Cruikshank, George
Identifier/Call Number: MS.P.077
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.
Language of Material: Collection materials are in
English.
Access
The collection is open for research.
Publication Rights
Property rights reside with the University of California. For permissions to reproduce or
to publish, please contact the Head of Special Collections and Archives.
Preferred Citation
George Cruikshank etchings. MS-P077. Special Collections and Archives, The UC Irvine
Libraries, Irvine, California. Date accessed.
For the benefit of current and future researchers, please cite any additional information
about sources consulted in this collection, including permanent URLs, item or folder
descriptions, and box/folder locations.
Acquisition Information
Source and dates unknown.
Processing History
Processed by Christine Kim and Zoe MacLeod, 2012.
Historical Background
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.
Scope and Content Summary
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
Etchings -- 19th century -- Color.
Caricature -- England
Caricaturist
Dance -- Pictorial works