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Caricatures Collection (#85)

"Captivating Caricatures: A glimpse into the world of wit and satire" Step back in time as we explore the art of caricatures

Background imageCaricatures Collection: Wilhelm Ii / Beurre 1908

Wilhelm Ii / Beurre 1908
WILHELM II German Emperor sharpens his sword and says " I m ready!"

Background imageCaricatures Collection: Roosevelt Roasts Enemies

Roosevelt Roasts Enemies
THEODORE ROOSEVELT 26th American President " Preparing for a National Gridiron-Club Dinner"

Background imageCaricatures Collection: T Roosevelt / Judge Press

T Roosevelt / Judge Press
THEODORE ROOSEVELT 26th American President and his fight against the gutter press

Background imageCaricatures Collection: T Roosevelt / Judge Erupt

T Roosevelt / Judge Erupt
THEODORE ROOSEVELT 26th American President and the national supervision of corporations, depicted as a volcano erupting

Background imageCaricatures Collection: Roosevelt &railroad Bill

Roosevelt &railroad Bill
THEODORE ROOSEVELT 26th American President and the Railroad Bill: " Must the donkey do all the work?"

Background imageCaricatures Collection: Napoleon III as Vulture

Napoleon III as Vulture
NAPOLEON III caricatured as a vulture, with France as his bleeding victim

Background imageCaricatures Collection: Disraeli / Hammock / Rest

Disraeli / Hammock / Rest
BENJAMIN DISRAELI Dizzy resting in his hammock at Hughenden, echoing the words of Ariel on his release from captivity

Background imageCaricatures Collection: Bismarck (Gill)

Bismarck (Gill)
OTTO graf von BISMARCK depicted as a warmonger by the French caricaturist

Background imageCaricatures Collection: Nap Divorces Josephine

Nap Divorces Josephine
Satire on Napoleons divorce of Josephine

Background imageCaricatures Collection: Kitchener / French Recruit

Kitchener / French Recruit
HORATIO, LORD KITCHENER 1ST EARL KITCHENER OF KHARTOUM Soldier; caricatured instructing French recruits to keep on fighting for England

Background imageCaricatures Collection: Toast of Bismarck / Rire

Toast of Bismarck / Rire
OTTO EDUARD LEOPOLD BISMARCK " The toast of Bismarck" He toasts with blood

Background imageCaricatures Collection: Wagner / Kladderadatsch

Wagner / Kladderadatsch
RICHARD WAGNER Reconciled with rival German composer Brahms, in heaven Date: 1813 - 1883

Background imageCaricatures Collection: Luther with 7 Heads

Luther with 7 Heads
Luther satirised as a seven- headed monster - aside from being an ecclesiastic, he is also Barabas the thief, a doctor, an inspector etcetera

Background imageCaricatures Collection: Wilhelm Ii / Amand 1890

Wilhelm Ii / Amand 1890
WILHELM II German ruler between June 1888 and November 1918 Satire as he brandishes a sword while on a wooden horse on wheels

Background imageCaricatures Collection: Prince Albert Soliciting

Prince Albert Soliciting
PRINCE ALBERT, CONSORT OF Victoria, depicted soliciting help for the Great Exhibition of 1851

Background imageCaricatures Collection: Lloyd George / Simpliciss

Lloyd George / Simpliciss
DAVID LLOYD GEORGE British politician Lloyd George juggling with his Allies

Background imageCaricatures Collection: Benjamin Disraeli / Ape

Benjamin Disraeli / Ape
BENJAMIN DISRAELI 1st Earl of Beaconsfield English politician and author

Background imageCaricatures Collection: David Lloyd George, British statesman

David Lloyd George, British statesman
Cartoon of David Lloyd George, British statesman

Background imageCaricatures Collection: Field Marshal Horatio Herbert Kitchener, 1st Earl Kitchener

Field Marshal Horatio Herbert Kitchener, 1st Earl Kitchener
Caricature of Horatio Herbert Kitchener, 1st Earl Kitchener (1850-1916), British Field Marshal and proconsul

Background imageCaricatures Collection: Bismarck / Moloch / 1882

Bismarck / Moloch / 1882
OTTO BISMARCK German Chancellor depicted as a bit of a thug

Background imageCaricatures Collection: Emma Hamilton / Sherrard

Emma Hamilton / Sherrard
EMMA, LADY HAMILTON Wife of Lord Hamilton, mistress of Lord Nelson, in an unkind depiction, parodying one of her attitudes

Background imageCaricatures Collection: Lloyd George as Jester

Lloyd George as Jester
DAVID LLOYD GEORGE as Court Jester to George V (and the real power of the country)

Background imageCaricatures Collection: Cj Fox / As Robespierre

Cj Fox / As Robespierre
CHARLES JAMES FOX British statesman depicted as Robespierre for his Republican sympathies, at the time of the French Revolution

Background imageCaricatures Collection: Cj Fox / Mrs Armistead

Cj Fox / Mrs Armistead
CHARLES JAMES FOX British statesman with his mistress, Mrs Armistead: " Strike home! and I will bless thee for the Blow!"

Background imageCaricatures Collection: Disraeli / Elephant / India

Disraeli / Elephant / India
BENJAMIN DISRAELI Dizzy has turned the Conservative Party into a rogue elephant: a comment on his interest in India

Background imageCaricatures Collection: Disraeli / Fagin / Reform

Disraeli / Fagin / Reform
BENJAMIN DISRAELI Dizzy as Fagin demonstrates to his boy MPs how to steal ideas for reform out of the pocket of Lord John Russell

Background imageCaricatures Collection: Disraeli / Sydenham Speech

Disraeli / Sydenham Speech
BENJAMIN DISRAELI Conservative MP and Prime Minister, giving a speech at Sydenham

Background imageCaricatures Collection: Disraeli / Vanity F 1879

Disraeli / Vanity F 1879
BENJAMIN DISRAELI Earl of Beaconsfield Statesman and writer, with Corry

Background imageCaricatures Collection: T Roosevelt / Judge Bear

T Roosevelt / Judge Bear
THEODORE ROOSEVELT 26th American President and his struggle over Railroad Rebates

Background imageCaricatures Collection: T Roosevelt / Sais Tout 06

T Roosevelt / Sais Tout 06
THEODORE ROOSEVELT 26th American President: a satirical view

Background imageCaricatures Collection: T Roosevelt / Vfair 1902

T Roosevelt / Vfair 1902
THEODORE ROOSEVELT 26th American President

Background imageCaricatures Collection: Greedy Boy Bismarck

Greedy Boy Bismarck
John Bull, no slouch himself when it comes to helping himself, is shocked at Bismarcks greed as he slices off New Guinea for himself

Background imageCaricatures Collection: Bismarck and Puppets

Bismarck and Puppets
OTTO BISMARCK depicted manipulating the three emperors - of Russia, Austria and Germany - as though they are puppets

Background imageCaricatures Collection: NAPOLEON I

NAPOLEON I Gulliver (George III and Napoleon)

Background imageCaricatures Collection: Churchill / Kladder / 1941

Churchill / Kladder / 1941
WINSTON CHURCHILL Licking Roosevelts boots as the USA enters the war

Background imageCaricatures Collection: Nicolas Ii / Oorlog 1914

Nicolas Ii / Oorlog 1914
NIKOLAY ALEKSANDROVICH TSAR NICOLAS II (1894-1917) Russian Tsar depicted as a warmonger by a Dutch cartoonist

Background imageCaricatures Collection: Nicolas Ii / Cadel C1900

Nicolas Ii / Cadel C1900
NIKOLAY ALEKSANDROVICH TSAR NICOLAS II (1894-1917) Satirical view, at a time when he was rather popular with the French people

Background imageCaricatures Collection: Edward Vii / Faustin 1874

Edward Vii / Faustin 1874
EDWARD VII as Prince of Wales: " The expectancy and rose of the fair State"

Background imageCaricatures Collection: Edward Vii / Rire 1903

Edward Vii / Rire 1903
EDWARD VII With Emile Loubet, President of France, at the time of the signing of an Entente Cordiale with Britain

Background imageCaricatures Collection: Edward Vii / Beurre 1901

Edward Vii / Beurre 1901
EDWARD VII Depicted as an ogre with a body the size of a barrel

Background imageCaricatures Collection: Edward Vii / Truth 1891

Edward Vii / Truth 1891
EDWARD VII Depicted as Societys Idol (2 of 2 - other filed under Queen Victoria)

Background imageCaricatures Collection: Napoleon Iii / Moloch 82

Napoleon Iii / Moloch 82
NAPOLEON III with Sedan - the battle which finally destroyed him - written on his brow, and a dagger in his back

Background imageCaricatures Collection: WILHELM II

WILHELM II German Emperor: a satirical comment on his intention to visit Paris in 1900 to attend the Exhibition

Background imageCaricatures Collection: Election / Rosebury Falls

Election / Rosebury Falls
The Earl of Rosebery falls from power, as his Liberal party lose the 1895 election. Lord Salisbury clears the fence and the Tories win

Background imageCaricatures Collection: Richard Wagner / Sambourne

Richard Wagner / Sambourne
RICHARD WAGNER German composer: a satirical comment on his four-opera Ring Cycle at Her Majestys and Drury Lane




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"Captivating Caricatures: A glimpse into the world of wit and satire" Step back in time as we explore the art of caricatures, where artists skillfully captured the essence of individuals through exaggerated features and playful depictions. From Cecil Rhodes to Denham Studios restaurant by Tony Wysard in 1937, these whimsical creations have left an indelible mark on history. Lloyd George's larger-than-life persona immortalized in Vanity Fair showcases his charismatic charm and political prowess. Meanwhile, Mel's portrayal at The Royal Aberdeen Golf Club captures Bismarck dropping his pilot with a touch of humor, revealing the complexities behind power dynamics. Disraeli's Vanity Fair caricature unveils his sharp intellect and astute statesmanship while Napoleon I is hilariously depicted by Gillray, highlighting both his grandeur and folly. Winston Churchill takes center stage as he navigates the tumultuous World War era with resilience and determination. Bismarck dons a new role as a blacksmith, symbolizing his ability to shape nations amidst turbulent times. Charles Darwin's caricature reflects not only his scientific genius but also challenges conventional beliefs. Punch cartoonist Faraday presents Father Thames receiving Faraday's card - a witty nod to science meeting nature. And let us not forget The Royal Burgess Golfing Society of Edinburgh capturing moments on the green with their own brand of delightful exaggeration. Caricatures transport us beyond mere portraits; they offer insights into personalities that shaped our past. Join us on this journey through laughter-filled images that continue to captivate audiences even today.