Home > Arts > Artists > C > George Cruikshank
Milk below, maids (coloured engraving)
Wall Art and Photo Gifts from Fine Art Finder
Milk below, maids (coloured engraving)
558266 Milk below, maids (coloured engraving) by Wheatley, Francis (1747-1801) (after); Private Collection; (add.info.: Milk below, maids. Cries of London. Mezzotint by Thomas Appleton, 1907.); Look and Learn / Peter Jackson Collection; English, out of copyright
Media ID 22370192
© Look and Learn / Peter Jackson Collection / Bridgeman Images
Activities Crescent Cries Maids Milk Trades Maid
FEATURES IN THESE COLLECTIONS
> Arts
> Artists
> C
> George Cruikshank
> Europe
> United Kingdom
> England
> London
> Related Images
> Fine Art Finder
> Artists
> Francis (after) Wheatley
> Fine Art Finder
> Artists
> George Cruikshank
> Fine Art Finder
> Temp Classification
EDITORS COMMENTS
This coloured engraving titled "Milk below, maids" by Francis Wheatley showcases a bustling scene of city life in London. The print, dating back to the late 18th century, beautifully captures the vibrant activities and commerce that took place within the crescent-shaped streets of this iconic city. In this particular image, we see a group of maids going about their daily trade as they sell milk to eager customers. The children accompanying them add an element of innocence and charm to the scene. Their presence highlights how even young ones were involved in these trades from an early age. The artist's attention to detail is evident in every stroke of his engraving technique, bringing each character and architectural feature to life. This mezzotint reproduction by Thomas Appleton in 1907 further enhances its timeless appeal. "Milk below, maids" belongs to the renowned Look and Learn / Peter Jackson Collection and is now part of a private collection. As it falls under English copyright laws, it can be appreciated freely without any commercial use. This enchanting piece serves as a window into London's past—a reminder of its rich history filled with diverse tradespeople who contributed to its thriving economy. It invites us to imagine ourselves walking through those very streets centuries ago while witnessing everyday scenes like this one unfold before our eyes.
MADE IN THE USA
Safe Shipping with 30 Day Money Back Guarantee
FREE PERSONALISATION*
We are proud to offer a range of customisation features including Personalised Captions, Color Filters and Picture Zoom Tools
SECURE PAYMENTS
We happily accept a wide range of payment options so you can pay for the things you need in the way that is most convenient for you
* Options may vary by product and licensing agreement. Zoomed Pictures can be adjusted in the Cart.
