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The Bone of Contention! or, The Monkey and the British Lion (colour litho)
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The Bone of Contention! or, The Monkey and the British Lion (colour litho)
3648262 The Bone of Contention! or, The Monkey and the British Lion (colour litho) by Morgan, Matthew " Matt" Somerville (1839-90); Private Collection; (add.info.: The Bone of Contention! or, The Monkey and the British Lion. (Dedicated to the House of Lords). Illustration for The Tomahawk, June 19 1869.); © Look and Learn
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The Bone of Contention! or, The Monkey and the British Lion
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is a vibrant and satirical color lithograph that captures the political climate of 19th century Britain. Created by Matthew "Matt". Somerville, this artwork presents a humorous allegory dedicated to the House of Lords. In this cleverly crafted cartoon, we see a caricatured lion representing Britain and its imperial power. The lion wears a crown atop its head, symbolizing authority and sovereignty. Standing before it is a mischievous monkey, representing Ireland or perhaps an opposing political faction. The title itself suggests that there is conflict between these two figures over something significant - the bone of contention. This bone could represent various contentious issues at that time, such as disestablishment or the Irish Church Bill. Somerville's illustration was originally published in The Tomahawk magazine on June 19th, 1869. It serves as scathing satire towards British politics and provides commentary on social issues prevalent during that era. This piece showcases not only Somerville's artistic talent but also his ability to convey complex ideas through visual storytelling. By using animals as symbols for human characters and incorporating humor into his work, he effectively engages viewers while delivering his message. "The Bone of Contention! or, The Monkey and the British Lion" remains an important historical artifact today due to its portrayal of political tensions in Victorian Britain.
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