February - First Rout from George Cruikshank's Steel Etchings to The Comic Almanacks: 1835-1853 c. 1840 - 1880

"February - First Rout" is a satirical etching by English artist George Cruikshank, dating back to the mid-19th century. The print is part of a series that satirized the social scene of London during Victorian times, specifically focusing on the chaotic and often ridiculous nature of the city's social gatherings. The artwork is housed at The Art Institute of Chicago and showcases Cruikshank's signature sharp wit and meticulous detail, capturing the absurdity of the "rout" with exaggerated expressions and postures.