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An Interrupted English Dinner Party at Paris, c1849. Creator: George Cruikshank
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An Interrupted English Dinner Party at Paris, c1849. Creator: George Cruikshank
An Interrupted English Dinner Party at Paris - Mourir pour la Patrie, c1849. Humorous scene: shocked and terrified English diners are interrupted at dinner. Cannonballs smash through the window of the dining room as a revolution takes place outside. A vase goes flying, and two guests take cover under furniture. Mourir pour la Patrie means to die for ones country. From " The Comic Almanack" by George Cruikshank
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An Interrupted English Dinner Party at Paris, c1849 - A Hilarious Chaos Unfolds Amidst Revolution
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. In this 19th-century print by George Cruikshank titled "An Interrupted English Dinner Party at Paris" we are transported to a scene of both terror and amusement. The engraving captures the moment when a peaceful dinner party is abruptly disrupted by the chaos of revolution. As cannonballs crash through the window, shocked and terrified English diners find themselves in a state of alarm. The room becomes a battleground as guests scramble for cover under furniture while an explosion shatters their elegant surroundings. A vase goes flying amidst the pandemonium, adding to the absurdity of the situation. Cruikshank's satirical genius shines through as he humorously depicts these frightened individuals caught in perilous circumstances. With his signature wit, he highlights their comical expressions and gestures, emphasizing their vulnerability amidst the turmoil. The title "Mourir pour la Patrie" meaning "to die for one's country" adds another layer of irony to this chaotic tableau. It serves as a reminder that even during moments of danger, there is room for laughter and satire. This remarkable artwork from Cruikshank's renowned publication "The Comic Almanack" showcases his mastery in capturing both historical events and human emotions with great detail. Through this print, we are transported back to a time when revolution loomed large over Parisian society but also reminded that humor can be found even in times of fear and uncertainty.
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