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MONKEY-BAITING, 1821. Tom and Jerry Sporting Their Blunt on the Phenomenon Monkey

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MONKEY-BAITING, 1821. Tom and Jerry Sporting Their Blunt on the Phenomenon Monkey

MONKEY-BAITING, 1821.
Tom and Jerry Sporting Their Blunt on the Phenomenon Monkey Jacco Macacco at the Westminster Pit. Etching by George Cruikshank illustrating the English fascination with the blood-sport of money baiting, featuring the legendary monkey Jacco Macacco, for Pierce Egans Life in England, 1821

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MONKEY-BAITING, 1821 - A Glimpse into the Dark Entertainment of Early English Society

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. This print takes us back to the year 1821, offering a fascinating glimpse into the daily life and peculiar entertainment choices of early English society. The etching by George Cruikshank, titled "Tom and Jerry Sporting Their Blunt on the Phenomenon Monkey Jacco Macacco at the Westminster Pit" captures an intriguing moment in history. The image showcases a blood-sport known as monkey-baiting, which was alarmingly popular during this era. In this satirical depiction, we witness men gathered around an interior carousel collection eagerly watching a fight unfold between two unlikely opponents - Tom and Jerry, accompanied by their loyal dog. However, it is not another human they are battling against; rather it is none other than Jacco Macacco – a legendary monkey who became synonymous with these cruel spectacles. George Cruikshank's etching masterfully illustrates both the fascination and barbarity surrounding this form of entertainment. The audience appears captivated yet conflicted as they engage in gambling while witnessing such cruelty towards animals. This thought-provoking artwork serves as a reminder of how societal values have evolved over time. It prompts us to reflect upon our own relationship with animals and challenges us to question past practices that may seem shocking today.

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