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Move on! (colour litho)
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Move on! (colour litho)
3648163 Move on! (colour litho) by Morgan, Matthew " Matt" Somerville (1839-90); Private Collection; (add.info.: Move on! Dedicated to the Commissioners of Police. Illustration for The Tomahawk, November 2 1867.); © Look and Learn
Media ID 25902898
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is a vibrant and thought-provoking lithograph by Matthew "Matt". Somerville, capturing the essence of nineteenth-century British society. This satirical cartoon, originally published in The Tomahawk magazine in 1867, offers a scathing critique of poverty, cruelty, and the heartlessness of law enforcement. The image depicts a destitute mother holding her lifeless baby while being confronted by an unsympathetic police officer. The exaggerated caricatures highlight the stark contrast between those who suffer in poverty and those responsible for upholding the law. With its biting humor and political undertones, this cartoon serves as a powerful commentary on social inequality during Victorian London. Somerville's mastery of satire is evident in his ability to evoke both despair and laughter through his artwork. By using dark comedy to expose societal issues such as homelessness and hardship, he challenges viewers to confront uncomfortable truths about their own complicity in perpetuating these injustices. As we gaze upon this print from Fine Art Finder's private collection, we are reminded that art has always been a vehicle for social commentary. "Move on!" invites us to reflect on our collective responsibility towards creating a more compassionate world where no child suffers due to indifference or systemic neglect.
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