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Taking off the Chains! or, Gladstone to the Rescue (colour litho)
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Taking off the Chains! or, Gladstone to the Rescue (colour litho)
3648245 Taking off the Chains! or, Gladstone to the Rescue (colour litho) by Morgan, Matthew " Matt" Somerville (1839-90); Private Collection; (add.info.: Taking off the Chains! or, Gladstone to the Rescue. Illustration for The Tomahawk, March 13 1869.); © Look and Learn
Media ID 23148770
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Benjamin Disraeli Conservative Damsel Freedom Freeing Knights Liberal Opposition Prime Minister Releasing Rescuing Saving Tomahawk William Ewart Gladstone Caricatures Knight In Shining Armour
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The vibrant lithograph titled "Taking off the Chains! or, Gladstone to the Rescue" captures a moment of political satire and humor in 19th century Britain. Created by Matthew "Matt". Somerville Morgan, this color litho was published in The Tomahawk on March 13,1869. The artwork depicts a scene filled with allegorical elements and caricatures. In the foreground, we see a young girl held captive by chains while two knights stand nearby. One knight represents William Ewart Gladstone, the Liberal Prime Minister at that time, portrayed as a heroic figure coming to her rescue. The other knight symbolizes Benjamin Disraeli, his Conservative opposition. This satirical drawing serves as commentary on the political climate of the era. It humorously portrays Gladstone as a knight in shining armor freeing not only the damsel but also representing his liberal policies aimed at granting freedom and rights to various groups within society. With its clever blend of wit and visual storytelling, this cartoon highlights both British politics and societal issues prevalent during that period. It showcases how art was used as a medium for social criticism and commentary. Today, this print continues to be an intriguing historical artifact that offers insight into 19th-century British culture and politics through its scathing satire and clever composition.
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