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A Short Set to at Longs Hotel, or Stop-Ford not getting the Best of it
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A Short Set to at Longs Hotel, or Stop-Ford not getting the Best of it
STC255139 A Short Set to at Longs Hotel, or Stop-Ford not getting the Best of it, from The English Spy, by Charles Molloy Westmacott (1788-1868) published London, 1825 (colour litho) by Cruikshank, Isaac Robert (1789-1856); Private Collection; The Stapleton Collection; English, out of copyright
Media ID 22657008
© The Stapleton Collection / Bridgeman Images
Altercation Deshabille Dressing Gown Hotel Room Interrupted Night Clothes Punching Beds Fist Fight Regency
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The captivating lithograph titled "A Short Set to at Longs Hotel, or Stop-Ford not getting the Best of it" takes us back in time to London's Regency era. Created by Charles Molloy Westmacott and illustrated by Isaac Robert Cruikshank, this colorful print showcases a dramatic scene unfolding within the confines of a luxurious hotel room. In this lively depiction, we find ourselves amidst an unexpected altercation between two individuals. The bedroom setting exudes an air of deshabille as a female figure stands in her night clothes, wearing a startled expression on her face. Clad in a dressing gown, she witnesses the intense exchange taking place before her eyes. The main focus lies on two men engaged in a heated fist fight near the bed. One can almost feel the tension and energy emanating from their clenched fists as they exchange blows with determination. The artist skillfully captures their expressions of aggression and surprise. Surrounded by elegant Georgian furniture and furnishings, this chaotic moment interrupts the tranquility usually associated with such opulent spaces. Through clever cartoon-like imagery, Westmacott invites viewers into this thrilling encounter that unfolds behind closed doors. This intriguing artwork offers us a glimpse into both historical context and human nature itself – reminding us that even within refined settings like Longs Hotel, conflicts can arise unexpectedly and passions can ignite without warning.
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