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An artisan and his family looking forward to seeing more of the Sun when the Window Tax, imposed in 1696, would be repealed in 185. Cartoon by Richard Doyle from Punch, London, 1851
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An artisan and his family looking forward to seeing more of the Sun when the Window Tax, imposed in 1696, would be repealed in 185. Cartoon by Richard Doyle from Punch, London, 1851
527833 An artisan and his family looking forward to seeing more of the Sun when the Window Tax, imposed in 1696, would be repealed in 185. Cartoon by Richard Doyle from Punch, London, 1851.; Universal History Archive/UIG
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This satirical cartoon by Richard Doyle from Punch, London in 1851 captures the anticipation of an artisan and his family as they look forward to seeing more of the sun once the Window Tax, imposed in 1696, would be repealed in 185. The Window Tax was a controversial tax that required homeowners to pay based on the number of windows in their house. This led many people to block up their windows to avoid paying high taxes, resulting in dark and gloomy living spaces.
In this humorous illustration, we see the artisan and his family eagerly awaiting the repeal of this oppressive tax so they can finally enjoy natural light streaming through their windows once again. The joy on their faces is palpable as they imagine brighter days ahead.
This cartoon serves as a scathing satire on government policies that burdened ordinary citizens with unfair taxes. It highlights the struggles faced by working-class families during this time period and celebrates the eventual victory when the Window Tax was finally abolished.
Through clever wit and artistic skill, Richard Doyle brings to life a moment of hope and optimism for those who longed for a brighter future free from unnecessary taxation.
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