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The End of the Lottery, 1826 (etching)
GHL239451 The End of the Lottery, 1826 (etching) by Cruikshank, Isaac Robert (1789-1856); London Metropolitan Archives, City of London; (add.info.: All lotteries will end for ever, 18th July 1826 ; ceremony took place at Coopers Hall, Basinghall St; ); eLondon Metropolitan Archives; English, out of copyright
Media ID 22663404
© London Metropolitan Archives / Bridgeman Images
Banner Bubbles Coins Demonstration Disappointment Fortune Moneybag Profit Raining Showering Signs Speech Bubble Wheel Of Fortune Coin Moneybags
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The End of the Lottery, 1826 - A Satirical Depiction of Wealth and Disappointment
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. In this etching by Isaac Robert Cruikshank, titled "The End of the Lottery, 1826" we are transported back to a significant moment in history. The image captures the ceremony that marked the end of all lotteries on July 18th, 1826. As we delve into this intricate artwork, our attention is immediately drawn to a crowd gathered at Coopers Hall on Basinghall Street. Speech bubbles and signs fill the air as people express their mixed emotions about this historic event. The scene is filled with symbolism - coins raining down from above like a shower of fortune, moneybags bursting open to reveal disappointment, and banners proclaiming an end to profit-driven games. Cruikshank's satirical style shines through as he cleverly depicts both wealth and its fleeting nature. The wheel of fortune stands prominently in the center, reminding us that luck can change in an instant. Through his artistry, Cruikshank invites us to reflect upon society's obsession with monetary gain and questions whether true happiness lies within these material pursuits. This thought-provoking print serves as a timeless reminder that while wealth may bring temporary satisfaction or disappointment when lost or gained unexpectedly; it is ultimately our values and connections with others that truly define our lives' richness.
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