The Battle Between Cribb and Molineaux, September 28, 1811 1811

"The Battle Between Cribb and Molineaux," a hand-colored etching by George Cruikshank, depicts the famous boxing match between Tom Cribb and Tom Molineaux, which took place in 1811. The print captures the action of the fight, showing the two boxers in their stances, with their seconds and onlookers observing. This piece is a significant example of the popular art form of sporting prints, often used to document and celebrate sporting events of the time. The artwork, which resides in the Metropolitan Museum of Art, showcases Cruikshank's talent for capturing the energy and drama of a real-life event.