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A Georgian rat-catcher showing some captured rats in a cage. 1831 (engraving)
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A Georgian rat-catcher showing some captured rats in a cage. 1831 (engraving)
7234815 A Georgian rat-catcher showing some captured rats in a cage. 1831 (engraving) by Rowlandson, Thomas (1756-1827) (after); Private Collection; (add.info.: A Georgian rat-catcher showing some captured rats in a cage. The customers are a parson and his wife. He wears a sash embroidered with rats and his ratter dogs bark at his feet. The Rat-Catcher. Handcoloured wood engraving after an illustration by Thomas Rowlandson from W. H. Harrisons The Humourist, a Companion for the Christmas Fireside, Rudolph Ackermann, 19 Strand, London, 1831.); © Florilegius
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This engraving from 1831 depicts a Georgian rat-catcher proudly displaying his latest catch to an intrigued audience. The customers, a parson and his wife, observe with curiosity as the rat-catcher showcases the captured rodents in a cage. Dressed in attire adorned with embroidered rats, the rat-catcher exudes confidence in his profession. The scene is brought to life by hand-colored wood engraving, adding vibrancy and depth to the illustration originally created by Thomas Rowlandson. His satirical drawing captures not only the reality of pest control during this era but also serves as a reflection of society's fascination with such peculiarities. Intriguingly, two ratter dogs stand at the rat-catcher's feet, barking energetically at their prey. This detail emphasizes both the skill and reliance on trained animals for effective pest control. As we delve into this snapshot of everyday life in 19th century England, it becomes evident that population growth and urbanization necessitated specialized professions like that of a rat-catcher. This image offers us insight into how people dealt with common nuisances while shedding light on British culture and customs during this time period. Preserved within private collections today, this engraving reminds us of our historical connection to wildlife management practices and provides an intriguing glimpse into early 19th-century Britain.
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