Caricaturist Collection (#6)

Study of a weather vane (colour litho)
6031115 Study of a weather vane (colour litho) by Metivet, Lucien (1863-1930); Private Collection; (add.info.: Study of a weather vane)

Thirst (colour litho)
6031111 Thirst (colour litho) by Willette, Adolphe Leon (1857-1926); Private Collection; (add.info.: Thirst. Illustration from L Album, Les Maitres de la Caricature (Librairie Illustre, Paris)

Sem (Georges Goursat) (1863-1934), French caricaturist (litho)
6031066 Sem (Georges Goursat) (1863-1934), French caricaturist (litho) by Faivre, Jules Abel (1867-1945); Private Collection; (add.info.: Sem (Georges Goursat) (1863-1934), French caricaturist

Caricature of French comic actress Cecile Sorel (litho)
6031056 Caricature of French comic actress Cecile Sorel (litho) by Leandre, Charles (1862-1934); Private Collection; (add.info.: Caricature of French comic actress Cecile Sorel (1873-1966)

Caricature of Kaiser Wilhelm II of Germany (colour litho)
6031055 Caricature of Kaiser Wilhelm II of Germany (colour litho) by Caran d Ache (Emmanuel Poire) (1858-1909) (after); Private Collection; (add.info.: Caricature of Kaiser Wilhelm II of Germany)

The Lawyers (colour litho)
6031121 The Lawyers (colour litho) by Forain, Jean Louis (1852-1931); Private Collection; (add.info.: The Lawyers. Illustration from L Album, Les Maitres de la Caricature (Librairie Illustre, Paris)

The Kiss (colour litho)
6031102 The Kiss (colour litho) by Balluriau, Paul (1860-1917); Private Collection; (add.info.: The Kiss. Illustration from L Album, Les Maitres de la Caricature (Librairie Illustre, Paris)

Pierrot blowing a kiss towards a vision of a naked woman (colour litho)
6031098 Pierrot blowing a kiss towards a vision of a naked woman (colour litho) by Balluriau, Paul (1860-1917); Private Collection; (add.info)

Korrigans, spirits of Breton legend (litho)
6031077 Korrigans, spirits of Breton legend (litho) by Robida, Albert (1848-1926); Private Collection; (add.info.: Korrigans, spirits of Breton legend)

Figure, possibly representing a perfume bottle (colour litho)
6031075 Figure, possibly representing a perfume bottle (colour litho) by Faivre, Jules Abel (1867-1945); Private Collection; (add.info.: Figure, possibly representing a perfume bottle)

Don Quixote and Sancho Panza (litho)
6031051 Don Quixote and Sancho Panza (litho) by Caran d Ache (Emmanuel Poire) (1858-1909) (after); Private Collection; (add.info.: Don Quixote and Sancho Panza)

The Painter a la Mode (colour litho)
6031049 The Painter a la Mode (colour litho) by Caran d Ache (Emmanuel Poire) (1858-1909) (after); Private Collection; (add.info.: The Painter a la Mode)

A policeman and passers-by trying to help a lost child
5616107 A policeman and passers-by trying to help a lost child by Barnard, Frederick (1846-96); (add.info.: Illustration depicting a policeman)

Whiskerandos "There, my boy! It isn t everybody who could do that
5669029 Whiskerandos " There, my boy! It isn t everybody who could do that!" published in the satirical magazine Punch in 1854 by Leech, John (1817-64); Photo eAF Fotografie; English

Cartoon for An Idyll, (pencil and black chalk on paper)
1199533 Cartoon for An Idyll, (pencil and black chalk on paper) by Moore, Albert Joseph (1841-93); 80.7x72.4 cm; Private Collection; Photo eChristies Images; English, out of copyright

Notes at a Ladies Debating Society (engraving)
1041619 Notes at a Ladies Debating Society (engraving) by English School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Notes at a Ladies Debating Society)

Brighton, showing Miss Widgetts circulating Library, Marlborough House
824082 Brighton, showing Miss Widgetts circulating Library, Marlborough House, the Castle Inn and Assembly Rooms and the Marine Pavilion, 1792 (pen and brown ink and watercolour) by Nixon

A Full-colour Cartoon of Tapestry, Silk or Wallpaper, c. 1830-40 (pencil and watercolour)
824049 A Full-colour Cartoon of Tapestry, Silk or Wallpaper, c.1830-40 (pencil and watercolour) by English School, (19th century); 71x53.5 cm; Private Collection; (add.info)

Napoleons coach being viewed by fashionable London
986213 Napoleons coach being viewed by fashionable London, from An Historical Account of the Campaign in the Netherlands, in 1815, 1817 (watercolour) by Rowlandson

Men of the Day no, 1871 (colour lithograph)
991222 Men of the Day no, 1871 (colour lithograph) by Ward, Leslie Matthew (Spy) (1851-1922); 35.6x32 cm; Private Collection; (add.info.: Men of the Day no.33)

Honore Daumier, French caricaturist (b / w photo)
818186 Honore Daumier, French caricaturist (b/w photo) by French Photographer, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Honore Daumier (1809-1879)

Alred Crowquill, pseudonym of Alfred Henry Forrester (engraving)
812732 Alred Crowquill, pseudonym of Alfred Henry Forrester (engraving) by Baugniet, Charles (1814-86) (after); Private Collection; (add.info.: Alred Crowquill)

Portrait of Mrs. Robert Henri, 1914 (oil on canvas)
873568 Portrait of Mrs. Robert Henri, 1914 (oil on canvas) by Henri, Robert Cozad (1865-1929); 60.96 x50.8 cm; San Diego Museum of Art, USA; (add.info.: Robert Henris second wife)

John Tenniel, British cartoonist (engraving)
3620588 John Tenniel, British cartoonist (engraving) by English School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: John Tenniel (1819-1914), British cartoonist

James Gillray, English caicaturist, satirist and printmaker (engraving)
3620571 James Gillray, English caicaturist, satirist and printmaker (engraving) by Jonnard, Paul (d.1902); Private Collection; (add.info.: James Gillray (1756-1815), English caicaturist

Gavarni in London, edited by Albert Smith (coloured engraving)
607002 Gavarni in London, edited by Albert Smith (coloured engraving) by English School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Gavarni in London)

John Leech: English illustrator bests known for his humour cartoons in the satirical
5669031 John Leech: English illustrator bests known for his humour cartoons in the satirical magazine Punch by Leech, John (1817-64); (add.info)

The Modern Lady (colour litho)
6031120 The Modern Lady (colour litho) by Metivet, Lucien (1863-1930); Private Collection; (add.info.: The Modern Lady. Illustration from L Album, Les Maitres de la Caricature (Librairie Illustre)

The Sceptre (colour litho)
6031106 The Sceptre (colour litho) by Willette, Adolphe Leon (1857-1926); Private Collection; (add.info.: The Sceptre. Illustration from L Album, Les Maitres de la Caricature (Librairie Illustre)

Key and flowers (colour litho)
6031105 Key and flowers (colour litho) by Willette, Adolphe Leon (1857-1926); Private Collection; (add.info.: Key and flowers)

Woman stood up at a planned rendezvous (colour litho)
6031100 Woman stood up at a planned rendezvous (colour litho) by Hermann-Paul, Rene George (1874-1940); Private Collection; (add.info.: Woman stood up at a planned rendezvous)

Winter: the Flirt (colour litho)
6031096 Winter: the Flirt (colour litho) by Hermann-Paul, Rene George (1874-1940); Private Collection; (add.info.: Winter: the Flirt)

Two washerwomen having a chat (colour litho)
6031140 Two washerwomen having a chat (colour litho) by Gottlob, Fernand Louis (1873-1935); Private Collection; (add.info.: Two washerwomen having a chat)

Re-Carmen (colour litho)
6031123 Re-Carmen (colour litho) by Metivet, Lucien (1863-1930); Private Collection; (add.info.: Re-Carmen. Illustration from L Album, Les Maitres de la Caricature (Librairie Illustre, Paris)

The Last Cannon Shot (colour litho)
6031082 The Last Cannon Shot (colour litho) by Job, pseudonym for Onfray de Breville, Jacques (1858-1931); Private Collection; (add.info.: The Last Cannon Shot)

The Watch; soldier in armour watching the siege of a city (colour litho)
6031081 The Watch; soldier in armour watching the siege of a city (colour litho) by Robida, Albert (1848-1926); Private Collection; (add.info)

Horseman jumping over a bridge (colour litho)
6031073 Horseman jumping over a bridge (colour litho) by Robida, Albert (1848-1926); Private Collection; (add.info.: Horseman jumping over a bridge)

The Plinth and the Bust: famous French artists soliciting fame for the right to occupy the empty plinth awaiting
6031063 The Plinth and the Bust: famous French artists soliciting fame for the right to occupy the empty plinth awaiting the bust of a great man (litho) by Leandre

Cavalry charge in olden times (colour litho)
6031060 Cavalry charge in olden times (colour litho) by Caran d Ache (Emmanuel Poire) (1858-1909) (after); Private Collection; (add.info.: Cavalry charge in olden times)

Greenwich Hospital, 1822 (w / c, brown ink and pencil on paper)
1197611 Greenwich Hospital, 1822 (w/c, brown ink and pencil on paper) by Rowlandson, Thomas (1756-1827); 30.5x48.3 cm; Private Collection; Photo eChristies Images; English, out of copyright

Temptation, (pencil, pen and ink and watercolour)
824131 Temptation, (pencil, pen and ink and watercolour) by Rowlandson, Thomas (1756-1827); 38.1x32 cm; Private Collection; (add.info.: Temptation. Thomas Rowlandson (1756-1827)

The Boxing Match, (pen and ink and watercolour)
824123 The Boxing Match, (pen and ink and watercolour) by Rowlandson, Thomas (1756-1827); 18.2x27 cm; Private Collection; (add.info.: The Boxing Match. Thomas Rowlandson (1756-1827)

You are a Fiddle, You are a Lyre, after 1864 (pencil, watercolour)
985869 You are a Fiddle, You are a Lyre, after 1864 (pencil, watercolour) by Leech, John (1817-64); Private Collection; (add.info.: You are a Fiddle, You are a Lyre)

A sweated labourer
5616079 A sweated labourer by Cruikshank, George (1792-1878); (add.info.: Caricature of a sweated laborer by George Cruikshank (1792-1878) a British caricaturist and book illustrator

Portrait of George Cruikshank (w / c on paper)
2493603 Portrait of George Cruikshank (w/c on paper) by English School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: George Cruikshank (1792-1878) British caricaturist and book illustrator

Captain Cook Landing n Owyhee, from the Voyages of Captain Cook (watercolour)
1767266 Captain Cook Landing n Owyhee, from the Voyages of Captain Cook (watercolour) by Cruikshank, Isaac Robert (1789-1856); 96x14.8 cm; Private Collection; (add.info)

Oatehite, from the Voyages of Captain Cook (watercolour)
1767264 Oatehite, from the Voyages of Captain Cook (watercolour) by Cruikshank, Isaac Robert (1789-1856); 96x14.8 cm; Private Collection; (add.info.: Oatehite, from the Voyages of Captain Cook)

Le Ventre Legislatif (The Legislative Belly) by Honore Daumier, 1834 (litho)
3086530 Le Ventre Legislatif (The Legislative Belly) by Honore Daumier, 1834 (litho) by Daumier, Honore (1808-79); 34.9X52.6 cm; National Gallery of Art, Washington DC, USA; French, out of copyright

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"Capturing Personalities and Satire: The Art of the Caricaturist" Caricature has long been a powerful medium for artists to depict individuals with exaggerated features, offering a humorous and often satirical commentary on society. From Kate Carew's self-portrait, showcasing her own unique style, to Mel's portrayal of golfers at Harewood Downs using their beloved clubs as extensions of their personalities, caricaturists have always found inspiration in the quirks and idiosyncrasies of people. In 1911, an unknown artist captured Mr C G Assheton-Smith and his horse Cloister in a whimsical yet insightful manner. Meanwhile, John Kay's depiction of "The Five ALLs" cleverly conveyed political messages through visual storytelling during the General Election. Liberal posters designed by various artists further exemplified how caricature could be used as a tool for social commentary. Peter Ronald Buchanan's piece titled "The Tout" showcased his ability to blend humor with astute observation. Similarly, Cruikshank's ale house cartoon shed light on societal issues while entertaining viewers. These works demonstrated that caricatures were not only meant for amusement but also served as mirrors reflecting the world around us. Even renowned artists like James Gillray embraced caricature as they portrayed themselves or others in comical ways. Their skillful use of exaggeration added depth to their artwork while providing insight into human nature. Sem’s work entitled "The Caricaturist’s Parade Of Models" highlighted the versatility and creativity required by these artists who constantly sought new subjects to capture in their distinct styles. Finally, D'Albert Guillaume's portrait showed how even famous personalities became subjects for caricaturists' sharp wit. Through their artistry, these talented individuals brought laughter and reflection into our lives by masterfully distorting reality with strokes of satire.