'Cries of London' pl.8- Round & sound five pence a pound Duke Cherries, after Francis Wheatley (1747-1801) 1795

Discover the allure of art with our faithful reproduction of "'Cries of London' pl.8- Round & sound five pence a pound Duke Cherries, after Francis Wheatley (1747-1801) 1795", originally brought to life by the talented Antoine Cardon. Unlike posters or prints, our hand-painted oil painting breathes an unique sense of depth and texture into your space. Every detail, every stroke, and every texture is meticulously recreated, paying the perfect homage to Antoine Cardon and his artistic vision.

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"Cries of London" pl.8- "Round & sound five pence a pound Duke Cherries" is a notable engraving by Antoine Cardon, after an original painting by the English artist Francis Wheatley. The work, created in 1795, is part of a larger series by Wheatley known as the "Cries of London," which vividly depicts the street vendors of 18th-century London and their popular cries used to attract customers. This particular plate, the eighth in the series, showcases a cherry seller advertising his fruit as both "round & sound" and affordably priced at "five pence a pound."

Francis Wheatley (1747-1801) was an esteemed painter of the time, renowned for his genre scenes and portraits. His "Cries of London" series gained significant popularity, capturing the vibrancy and diversity of the city's street life. The series was so well-received that it was engraved by various artists, including Cardon, to meet the demand for prints among the middle-class and collectors.

Antoine Cardon was a skilled engraver of Flemish origin who worked extensively in England. His reproduction of Wheatley's work is a testament to the collaborative nature of printmaking during the period, where painters and engravers often worked in tandem to disseminate art more widely. Cardon's engraving not only preserves the charm and detail of Wheatley's original painting but also contributes to the historical record of London's urban culture.

The "Cries of London" series, including "Round & sound five pence a pound Duke Cherries," is highly regarded for its artistic merit and historical significance. These works offer a window into the everyday lives of working-class Londoners at the turn of the 19th century, providing valuable insights into the social history and customs of the time. The series remains a subject of interest for art historians, cultural scholars, and collectors, and is often referenced in discussions of British genre painting and the documentation of urban life.

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