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February - Cutting Weather, 1839. Artist: George Cruikshank
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February - Cutting Weather, 1839. Artist: George Cruikshank
February - Cutting Weather, 1839. A typical day at Dr Swishtails Academy. Boys at their desks look on as the schoolmaster punishes a boy by flogging him with the birch. The biggest boy in class holds the victim on his back. Cartoon from The Comic Almanack for 1839 by George Cruikshank. (London, 1839)
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February - Cutting Weather, 1839
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by George Cruikshank captures a typical day at Dr Swishtails Academy, where fear and amusement intertwine in the harsh winter season. In this engraving, we witness a scene of violence and cruelty within the confines of education. The classroom is filled with boys seated at their desks, observing as their schoolmaster administers punishment to one unfortunate student. The birch whip strikes down upon his back while the biggest boy in class holds him firmly in place. The atmosphere is both frightening and amusing; some boys are frightened while others find enjoyment in witnessing such brutality. This satirical cartoon from The Comic Almanack for 1839 reflects the corporal punishment prevalent during the nineteenth century. It serves as a reminder of how different educational practices were compared to today's standards. George Cruikshank's intricate details bring this wintry scene to life, highlighting the pain endured by the victim and capturing the emotions of those watching. Through monochrome imagery, he emphasizes the stark contrast between innocence and violence within these young schoolboys. As we gaze upon this print from Heritage Images' collection without commercial intent or mention, it prompts us to reflect on our own education system's evolution over time – reminding us that progress has been made towards creating safer learning environments for children worldwide.
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