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Capping a Proctor, or Oxford Bull dogs detecting Brazen Smugglers
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Capping a Proctor, or Oxford Bull dogs detecting Brazen Smugglers
STC255132 Capping a Proctor, or Oxford Bull dogs detecting Brazen Smugglers, 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 22951876
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Academic Bulldogs Discovered Gown Oxford University Scholar Smuggling Student Students Regency
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In this whimsical and humorous print titled "Capping a Proctor, or Oxford Bull dogs detecting Brazen Smugglers" we are transported back to the vibrant streets of Georgian-era Oxford University. The scene captures a thrilling moment as two bulldogs, known for their tenacity and loyalty, have discovered a group of mischievous students engaged in illicit activity. Under the cover of darkness, these scholarly smugglers thought they could outsmart the academic authorities by engaging in clandestine activities. However, fate had other plans as these vigilant bulldogs sniffed out their misdemeanour with great determination. The artist Isaac Robert Cruikshank masterfully portrays this comical encounter through his skillful use of color lithography. The exaggerated expressions on both the canine detectives and the startled students add an element of lightheartedness to the scene. As we observe this street scene from Regency England, it becomes evident that even scholars are not immune to temptation or mischief. This print serves as a reminder that no matter how clever one may think they are, there is always someone watching who will catch them out. With its rich historical context and playful depiction, "Capping a Proctor" offers us an amusing glimpse into university life during this era. It reminds us that humor has always been present throughout history and allows us to appreciate the lighter side of academia in times gone by.
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