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Anti-Corn Law campaign
Buckingham Badger, the Monopolist, compared to Cheap John, the Free Trader, Anti-Corn Law campaign Date: 1842
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1840s 1842 Badger Bread Buckingham Campaign Cheap Compared Edited Free Livesey Monopoly Price Prices Satire Struggle Trader Anti Corn
20"x16" (+3" Border) Fine Art Print
Introducing the captivating 'Anti-Corn Law campaign' fine art print by Terry Parker, now available in the Media Storehouse collection. This evocative image, sourced from Mary Evans Prints Online, masterfully captures the essence of the political climate during the mid-19th century. The powerful depiction of Buckingham Badger, the Monopolist, contrasted with Cheap John, the Free Trader, encapsulates the tension and conflict of the Anti-Corn Law movement in 1842. Add this stunning piece to your home or office to ignite intriguing conversations and inspire historical reflection. Experience the rich storytelling of this iconic print and elevate your space with the timeless beauty of fine art.
20x16 image printed on 26x22 Fine Art Rag Paper with 3" (76mm) white border. Our Fine Art Prints are printed on 300gsm 100% acid free, PH neutral paper with archival properties. This printing method is used by museums and art collections to exhibit photographs and art reproductions.
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Estimated Image Size (if not cropped) is 50.8cm x 36.3cm (20" x 14.3")
Estimated Product Size is 66cm x 55.9cm (26" x 22")
These are individually made so all sizes are approximate
Artwork printed orientated as per the preview above, with landscape (horizontal) orientation to match the source image.
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This print, titled "Buckingham Badger, the Monopolist, compared to Cheap John, the Free Trader," is a powerful satirical representation of the intense political struggle over the Anti-Corn Law campaign that gripped Britain during the 1840s, specifically in 1842. The image, created by the renowned cartoonist Joseph Livesey, masterfully employs symbolism and humor to convey the complex economic and social issues at play. At the center of the print, we find Buckingham Badger, a monopolist, depicted as a menacing, large badger, seated on a throne, surrounded by a cornucopia of produce. He wears a crown adorned with a sheaf of wheat and a scepter topped with a mallet and a pair of scales. The monopolist's name is a reference to the Duke of Buckingham, a prominent figure in the protectionist movement, who sought to maintain high prices for agricultural produce through tariffs and other protective measures. On the left side of the print, we encounter Cheap John, the Free Trader, represented as a humble, thin man, pushing a wheelbarrow filled with sacks labeled "Cheap Bread." Cheap John's name is a nod to the free trade movement, which advocated for lower prices for imported goods and, ultimately, cheaper bread for the working class. The print's title and the accompanying text emphasize the stark contrast between the two characters, with the monopolist exploiting the working class through high food prices and the free trader seeking to alleviate their suffering. The struggle between these two opposing forces was a significant theme in the political landscape of early Victorian Britain, with the Anti-Corn Law campaign ultimately leading to the repeal of the Corn Laws in 1846. This print is an invaluable historical document, providing a unique and engaging perspective on the economic and political debates of the time. Its satirical nature not only entertains but also sheds light on the complex issues that shaped the course of British history.
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