William Hogarth's engraving Gin Lane, as reproduced by Samuel Davenport for his 1807 collection of Hogarth's works. A response to the Gin Craze that hit London in the 18th century, and was blamed for public drunkenness and numerous social problems.
This is the English translation of the Picture of the day description page from 4 May 2008.
William Hogarth's engraving Gin Lane, as reproduced by Samuel Davenport for his 1807 collection of Hogarth's works. A response to the Gin Craze that hit London in the 18th century, and was blamed for public drunkenness and numerous social problems.
