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The Magisterial attack upon the amusements of the people (engraving)
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The Magisterial attack upon the amusements of the people (engraving)
610381 The Magisterial attack upon the amusements of the people (engraving) by English School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: The Magisterial attack upon the amusements of the people; A singing saloon in Ratcliffe Highway; One out of the many hundred institutions in London that occupy the attention of our hard-worked police, independent of cabs and fireworks at Cremorne; from The Days Doings, 28 October 1871); Look and Learn / Peter Jackson Collection
Media ID 22689358
© Look and Learn / Peter Jackson Collection / Bridgeman Images
Amusements Attacker Attention Cabs Cremorne Cremorne Gardens Drank Fireworks Hackney Carriage Hundred Independent Institutions Occupy Police Public Saloon Singing Taxi Taxicab Taxis Booze Magisterial News Item Ratcliffe Highway
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The Magisterial Attack upon the Amusements of the People - A Glimpse into London's Vibrant Entertainment Scene
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. This engraving, dating back to the 19th century, offers a fascinating snapshot of London's bustling Ratcliffe Highway. The scene depicts a lively singing saloon, one among countless establishments that captured the attention of both musicians and patrons alike. As we delve into this intricate artwork, we witness an intriguing clash between pleasure-seeking individuals and the hard-working police force. The image showcases a diverse crowd dressed in fashionable clothing of the era, indulging in music and revelry within the walls of this popular establishment. Meanwhile, outside on Ratcliffe Highway itself, cabs traverse through busy streets as fireworks illuminate the night sky above Cremorne Gardens – another renowned amusement spot. However, amidst all these amusements lies an undercurrent of tension. The title suggests that authorities viewed such gatherings with suspicion or even disdain. It hints at an ongoing battle between those seeking entertainment and law enforcement officials striving to maintain order. Intriguingly capturing a news item from October 1871 titled "The Days Doings" this print sheds light on how various institutions occupied police resources beyond just cab-related issues or firework displays at Cremorne Gardens. It provides us with a glimpse into an era when public houses played host to not only music but also alcohol consumption – adding yet another layer to this complex social landscape. Overall, "The Magisterial Attack upon the Amusements of the People" serves as a visual time capsule transporting us back to Victorian London's vibrant nightlife while highlighting societal tensions surrounding leisure activities and their regulation by authority figures.
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