Do You Want any Matches, plate 4 of The Cries of London, engraved by Anthony Cardon (1772-1813), pub. by Colnaghi & Co., 1794

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'''Do You Want any Matches?''' is the fourth plate in the series ''The Cries of London'' by the English painter Francis Wheatley (1747–1801). Engraved by Anthony Cardon (1772–1813), a Flemish-born British engraver, the work was published by Colnaghi & Co. in 1794. The series celebrates the everyday street vendors of London, capturing the vibrancy of urban life at the end of the 18th century. Wheatley's attention to detail and his ability to convey the character and atmosphere of London's streets made ''The Cries of London'' one of his most famous and beloved works.

In ''Do You Want any Matches?'', Wheatley depicts a match seller, a common sight in Georgian London, where matches were an essential commodity for lighting fires and candles. The image is both a representation of the working-class individuals who made their living on the streets and a picturesque documentation of the period's social fabric. The match seller, often a figure eliciting both sympathy and admiration for their perseverance, is portrayed with dignity and a sense of individuality, which is characteristic of Wheatley's empathetic approach to his subjects.

The series was well-received in Wheatley's time, and the prints were sought after by collectors. ''Do You Want any Matches?'' contributes to the historical understanding of London's street culture, offering insights into the economic and social conditions of the time. The work is not only significant for its artistic merit but also as a valuable historical record, providing a window into the lives of ordinary Londoners during the late 18th century.

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