Thee drinkend en kaartspelend gezelschap Possibly 1800 - 1824

This hand-colored etching, "Thee drinkend en kaartspelend gezelschap," by George Cruikshank, is a satirical portrayal of social gatherings in 19th-century England. The artwork features two scenes, one of a tea party and another of a card game, both depicted through the eyes of exaggerated figures holding the scenes as if they were framed pictures. Cruikshank, a renowned English caricaturist, employed humor and exaggeration to comment on the social norms and behaviors of the time. This print is a testament to the artist's keen observation of society and his ability to capture its eccentricities with wit and artistry.