{"product_id":"george-cruikshank-oliver-twist-artful-dodger-9x12-antique-engraving-1838","title":"George Cruikshank Oliver Twist Artful Dodger 9\"x12\" Antique Engraving 1838","description":"A charming framed illustration by celebrated British artist George Cruikshank (1792–1878), depicting a memorable scene from Charles Dickens' classic novel Oliver Twist. Titled \"Oliver Amazed at the Dodger's Mode of Going to Work,\" the composition captures Oliver's astonishment as the Artful Dodger picks the pocket of an unsuspecting gentleman browsing books at a London street stall.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eOriginally published in July 1837, this illustration exemplifies Cruikshank's distinctive narrative style, combining finely detailed Victorian street scenes, expressive characters, and subtle social satire. An appealing piece of literary history for collectors of Charles Dickens, antique book illustrations, and 19th-century British art.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eThe print is presented in a traditional dark wooden frame with a warm-toned mat. A Wunderly Bros., Fine Art Dealers, Pittsburgh label is affixed to the reverse, providing an interesting detail of its former art-dealer presentation.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eThe framed piece shows age-related toning and discoloration to the paper and mat, with wear to the frame and backing. The reverse exhibits paper losses and deterioration. The exact printing date and edition have not been established.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e- **Artist:** George Cruikshank (1792–1878)\u003cbr\u003e- **Title:** Oliver Amazed at the Dodger's Mode of Going to Work\u003cbr\u003e- **Literary work:** Oliver Twist by Charles Dickens\u003cbr\u003e- **Art period:** Victorian\u003cbr\u003e- **Style:** Narrative illustration, literary art, social satire\u003cbr\u003e- **Original medium:** Etching\u003cbr\u003e- **Material:** Printed paper\u003cbr\u003e- **Original publication:** July 1837\u003cbr\u003e- **Publisher of original illustration:** Richard Bentley, London\u003cbr\u003e- **Printing date of this example:** Undetermined\u003cbr\u003e- **Place of origin of original illustration:** England\u003cbr\u003e- **Frame:** Dark wood frame with mat\u003cbr\u003e- **Reverse label:** Wunderly Bros., Fine Art Dealers, Pittsburgh\u003cbr\u003e- **Image dimensions:** Not provided\u003cbr\u003e- **Overall framed dimensions:** Not provided\u003cbr\u003e- **SKU:** 8400\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eWe carefully pack framed artwork to protect the glass, frame, and print during shipment.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eWe take care to research and accurately describe our artwork. Questions are always welcome, and additional photographs or details can be provided upon request.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eWe welcome combined shipping on multiple purchases. When possible, we combine orders and refund any excess shipping charges.","brand":"George Cruikshank","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":49303503077494,"sku":"8400","price":69.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0641\/6547\/8518\/files\/george-cruikshank-oliver-twist-artful-dodger-9x12-antique-engraving-18388400-7394899.jpg?v=1794195489","url":"https:\/\/templetonantiques.com\/products\/george-cruikshank-oliver-twist-artful-dodger-9x12-antique-engraving-1838","provider":"Templeton Antiques","version":"1.0","type":"link"}