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Anticipated Effects of the Tailors' "Strike"

George Cruikshank

National Gallery of Art

This is a drawing of a satirical scene depicting men's fashion during a hypothetical tailors' strike. The illustration portrays men dressed in extravagant and outdated garments, with some outfits exaggerated to humorous proportions. In the background, there is a statue surrounded by trees and clouds. The drawing is filled with figures adorned in historical or comically enhanced clothing, featuring ruffs, cloaks, and oversized accessories. The setting seems to be in a park or garden. The text at the top of the drawing reads "Anticipated Effects of the Tailor's 'Strike' - or Gentlemens Fashions for - 1834".

Artwork Details

Date
1834
Medium
etching (restrike)
Dimensions
4224 × 3413 px
Public Domain
Yes
Museum Record
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