George and Robert Cruikshank, Tom and Jerry at the Westminster Pit
Title

George and Robert Cruikshank, Tom and Jerry at the Westminster Pit

Caption

Tom and Jerry sporting their blunt on the phenomenon Monkey Jaco Macacco at the Westminster Pit. In the centre of the picture Tom and Jerry are placing cash bets (sporting their blunt) on the outcome of the fight between a monkey and a bull terrier. The scene is lit by candles. Illustration by (Isaac) Robert Cruikshank and George Cruikshank Snr. for "Life in London" by Pierce Egan (London, 1821). Aquatint

Date

1821

Credit line

Photo12/Ann Ronan Picture Library

Reference

ARP07111_006879C

License type

Rights managed

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