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Gentleman crashing a carriage in a Belfast street, 1822
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Gentleman crashing a carriage in a Belfast street, 1822
Brian Boru in top hat and cockle-picker Peg O Shambles crashing a two-horse carriage in a Belfast street, 1822. Hawkers knocked on the street, urchins eating potatoes, a man with shillelagh. Brian Borus Entrance into Belfast. Sign for Watsons Carver & Gilder shop. Handcoloured engraving from Pierce Egans Real Life in Ireland, or the Day and Night Scenes, Rovings, Rambles, and Sprees, Bulls, Blunders, Bodderation and Blarney, of Brian Boru Esq. and his Elegant Friend Sir Shawn O Dogherty, published by William Evans, London, 1829
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This handcoloured engraving, titled 'Brian Boru in top hat and Sir Shawn O'Dogherty's Jingle,' depicts an amusing scene of two Regency-era gentlemen, Brian Boru and Sir Shawn O'Dogherty, crashing a two-horse carriage in the bustling streets of Belfast in 1822. The image, taken from Pierce Egan's 'Real Life in Ireland,' is a satirical commentary on the lively and unpredictable nature of Irish life during the Georgian era. Brian Boru, dressed in a top hat and elegant attire, sits in a state of shock as his carriage, pulled by two horses, has come to an abrupt halt on the low ground near a bridge. Sir Shawn O'Dogherty, his companion, clings to the side of the carriage, a shocked expression on his face. Passengers on the carriage behind them have fallen out in surprise, while men on the street, including a man with a shillelagh, rush to the scene to offer assistance. The chaos of the scene is further emphasized by the presence of street hawkers, urchins eating potatoes, and a sign for Watsons Carver & Gilder shop in the background. A jingle of traffic and the sound of a canal in the distance add to the lively atmosphere. The image is a testament to the humor and energy of Irish life during the Regency era and is a fascinating glimpse into the past. The illustration, with its intricate detail and vibrant colors, is a captivating example of the satirical and comedic caricatures that were popular during this time. It is a must-see for anyone interested in Irish history, Regency-era culture, or the art of caricature.
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