An Unkind Wish

Britische Grafik 1830–1839, c. 1833

This is a drawing titled "An Unkind Wish". It features two figures in a humorous style. One figure is on the left, wearing baggy clothing and a hat, while the other figure on the right is tall and thin, wearing a suit and top hat. The thin figure is holding a cane. Above them is a caption that reads, "May your Shadow never be less!" The drawing is signed by George Cruikshank. At the bottom, there are quick sketches of other figures engaged in various activities. The artwork uses simple lines with some watercolor washes.
Artist
Britische Grafik 1830–1839
Date
c. 1833
Type
Drawing
Medium
pen and brown ink with watercolor on wove paper
Dimensions
10.5 × 16.3 cm
Collection
National Gallery of Art, Washington
Licence
Public domain, CC0

Image description

This is a drawing titled "An Unkind Wish". It features two figures in a humorous style. One figure is on the left, wearing baggy clothing and a hat, while the other figure on the right is tall and thin, wearing a suit and top hat. The thin figure is holding a cane. Above them is a caption that reads, "May your Shadow never be less!" The drawing is signed by George Cruikshank. At the bottom, there are quick sketches of other figures engaged in various activities. The artwork uses simple lines with some watercolor washes.

Britische Grafik 1830–1839