Plate I, The Bottle is Brought out for the First Time

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Plate I, The Bottle is Brought out for the First Time, an 1847 print by George Cruikshank, from the Yale Center for British Art. 



The artwork depicts a domestic scene in a comfortably furnished room. A man, dressed in formal attire, is enthusiastically presenting a bottle of liquor to his wife, who appears hesitant but intrigued. The wife is seated at a table laden with food, suggesting a meal is in progress. A young girl and boy are also present, observing the interaction. A servant stands nearby, holding a plate. The setting includes a fireplace, a grandfather clock, and various household items, creating a detailed and realistic portrayal of a middle-class home. The overall style is characteristic of Cruikshank's detailed and often satirical depictions of social life. The size of the artwork is not specified in the metadata.