George Cruikshank (1792 - 1878) | Main historical dates: who, what, where, when | Collectibles and Historical Items Overview

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George Cruikshank

George Cruikshank was a British caricaturist and book illustrator, praised as the "modern Hogarth" during his life. His book illustrations for his friend Charles Dickens, and many other authors, reached an international audience.

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Date and place of birt:	27 september 1792, London, United Kingdom
Date and place of death:	1 february 1878, London, United Kingdom
Nationality:	United Kingdom
Period of activity:	XIX century
Specialization:	Artist, Cartoonist, Illustrator
Genre:	Genre art