Framed Print : Caricature of the actor-manager Sir. Squire Bancroft
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Caricature of the actor-manager Sir. Squire Bancroft
Caricature of the English actor-manager Sir Squire Bancroft (1841-1926) -- The idea of summoning a society actor as a juryman at a coroners inquest!
1881
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Media ID 14310379
© Terry Parker / Mary Evans Picture Library
1881 Bancroft Bryan Document Entracte Jury Legal Manager Monocle Official Smart Squire Summoning Summons Superior Coroner Delivery Inquest Juryman
12"x10" Modern Frame
Bring a touch of historic British theater to your home or office with our Framed Print from Media Storehouse, featuring a caricature of the renowned English actor-manager Sir Squire Bancroft by Terry Parker. Dated back to 1881, this humorous illustration captures the essence of Bancroft's stage presence as he is depicted being summoned as a juryman at a coroner's inquest. The print is sourced from the extensive collection of Mary Evans Picture Library and is sure to add character and intrigue to any space. Order now and step into the world of 19th-century theater!
10x8 Print in an MDF Wooden Frame with 180 gsm Satin Finish Paper. Glazed using shatter proof thin plexi glass. Frame thickness is 1 inch and depth 0.75 inch. Fluted cardboard backing held with clips. Supplied ready to hang with sawtooth hanger and rubber bumpers. Spot clean with a damp cloth. Packaged foam wrapped in a card.
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Estimated Image Size (if not cropped) is 25.4cm x 25.4cm (10" x 10")
Estimated Product Size is 25.4cm x 30.5cm (10" x 12")
These are individually made so all sizes are approximate
Artwork printed orientated as per the preview above, with landscape (horizontal) or portrait (vertical) orientation to match the source image.
EDITORS COMMENTS
In the heart of the Victorian era, a whimsical and satirical take on the English legal system unfolds in this caricature of Sir Squire Bancroft, the renowned actor-manager of his time. The image, created in 1881 by an unidentified artist and published by Terry Parker through Mary Evans Picture Library, presents a humorous and intriguing scene. Sir Squire Bancroft, dressed in a smart coat and monocle, is depicted being summoned as a juryman to a coroner's inquest. The idea of a society actor being called to serve on a jury would have been an amusing and unexpected turn of events in the 1880s. Bancroft, with his theatrical background, seems to exude an air of superiority and self-importance, as he holds the document of summons with a nonchalant attitude. Two dogs, one with a haw in its mouth, accompany him, adding to the playful and lighthearted tone of the caricature. The dogs, perhaps symbolizing loyalty or protection, further emphasize the notion of a summons being an unwelcome interruption to Sir Squire Bancroft's daily routine. The image, titled "Summoning a Society Actor as a Juryman at a Coroner's Inquest," encapsulates the spirit of the Victorian era with its intricate details, from the formal attire to the quirky inclusion of the dogs. This caricature not only provides a glimpse into the past but also offers a delightful commentary on the unexpected twists and turns of life, even for the most distinguished members of society.
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