John Tenniel Collection (#4)

Cartoon commenting on the infancy of electricity
5308986 Cartoon commenting on the infancy of electricity by Tenniel, John (1820-1914); (add.info.: Cartoon commenting on the infancy of electricity)

Cartoon by John Tenniel
5616171 Cartoon by John Tenniel by Tenniel, John (1820-1914); (add.info.: Cartoon by John Tenniel (1820-1914) an English illustrator, graphic humourist, and political cartoonist. Dated 19th Century

Illustration depicting an abusive husband beating his wife
5309120 Illustration depicting an abusive husband beating his wife by Tenniel, John (1820-1914); (add.info.: Illustration depicting an abusive husband beating his wife)

A cartoon depicting William Vernon Harcourt (1827-1904) who when the Home Secretary
5311195 A cartoon depicting William Vernon Harcourt (1827-1904) who when the Home Secretary recommended the introduction of the birch instead of detention for juvenile offenders

The British government authorising the Rothschilds to buy out shares of the Suez Canal
5307242 The British government authorising the Rothschilds to buy out shares of the Suez Canal. by Tenniel, John (1820-1914); (add.info)

Santa racing through the snow. By John Tenniel (1820-1914) an English illustrator
5615982 Santa racing through the snow. By John Tenniel (1820-1914) an English illustrator, graphic humourist, and political cartoonist, 1896 (engraving) by Tenniel

Cartoon depicting John Bull watching Autumn manoeuvres
5308842 Cartoon depicting John Bull watching Autumn manoeuvres by Tenniel, John (1820-1914); (add.info.: Cartoon depicting John Bull watching Autumn manoeuvres)

Cartoon commenting on the restricted cooking facilities in poor homes were there was
5308834 Cartoon commenting on the restricted cooking facilities in poor homes were there was often no oven by Tenniel, John (1820-1914); (add.info)

Punchs advice to the British seaside holidaymakers
5308830 Punchs advice to the British seaside holidaymakers by Tenniel, John (1820-1914); (add.info.: Punchs advice to the British seaside holidaymakers)

Cartoon depicting a head clamp being used to keep the photographers subject still
5308730 Cartoon depicting a head clamp being used to keep the photographers subject still by Tenniel, John (1820-1914); (add.info)

Cartoon commenting on the frequency of accidents on overcrowded excursion trains
5308629 Cartoon commenting on the frequency of accidents on overcrowded excursion trains by Tenniel, John (1820-1914); (add.info)

The abuse of the limited liability system
3733556 The abuse of the limited liability system. by Tenniel, John (1820-1914); (add.info.: John Tenniel cartoon highlighting the abuse of the limited liability system)

A new private bill
3734022 A new private bill. by Tenniel, John (1820-1914); (add.info.: Cartoon commenting on a new private bill. A private bill is a proposal for a law that would apply to a particular individual or)

Political satire depicting William Ewart Gladstone and Benjamin Disraeli
3077665 Political satire depicting William Ewart Gladstone and Benjamin Disraeli by Tenniel, John (1820-1914); (add.info)

The Veiled Prophet of
3772037 The Veiled Prophet of by Tenniel, John (1820-1914); (add.info.: The Veiled Prophet of Khorassan -illustration from the book Lalla Rookh by Irish poet and writer Thomas Moore)

Father William and
3770663 Father William and the by Tenniel, John (1820-1914); (add.info.: Father William and the Youth, from Alice in Wonderland-by Lewis Carroll (Charles Lutwidge Dodgson)

Cheshire Cat
3839781 Cheshire Cat by Tenniel, John (1820-1914); (add.info.: Cheshire Cat, from Alice in Wonderland by Lewis Carroll (Charles Lutwidge Dodgson)

Garden With Sundial
3839773 Garden With Sundial by Tenniel, John (1820-1914); (add.info.: Garden With Sundial, from Alice in Wonderland by Lewis Carroll (Charles Lutwidge Dodgson)

Fish Footman
3839770 Fish Footman by Tenniel, John (1820-1914); (add.info.: Fish Footman, from Alice in Wonderland by Lewis Carroll (Charles Lutwidge Dodgson)

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

Mr Punchs dream of Electricity sweeping all before it, 1850
3359489 Mr Punchs dream of Electricity sweeping all before it, 1850 by Tenniel, John (1820-1914); (add.info.: Illustration by John Tenniel titled Mr Punchs dream of Electricity sweeping all before)

Queen Victoria
5307219 Queen Victoria. by Tenniel, John (1820-1914); (add.info.: Engraving depicting Queen Victoria being urged to come back into the world after mourning the death of the Prince Consort)

The Light of
3772043 The Light of the by Tenniel, John (1820-1914); (add.info.: The Light of the Haram-illustration from the book Lalla Rookh by Irish poet and writer Thomas Moore)

Alice the Lion
3770676 Alice the Lion and by Tenniel, John (1820-1914); (add.info.: Alice, the Lion and the Unicorn, ( Then hand round the plum-cake Master, the Lion said)

Alice - returning
3770670 Alice - returning from by Tenniel, John (1820-1914); (add.info.: Alice-returning from Wonderland, surrounded by cards and animals, You are just a pack of cards)

The British lions vengence on the Bengal Tiger, 1870
1574219 The British lions vengence on the Bengal Tiger, 1870 by Tenniel, John (1820-1914); (add.info.: The British lions vengence on the Bengal tiger 1870. By John Tenniel, 1820-1914)

Alices Adventures in Wonderland, 1865
1574609 Alices Adventures in Wonderland, 1865 by Tenniel, John (1820-1914); (add.info.: Alice, having sampled the bottle labelled Drink me and shrunk in consequence)

Alice Sheep And Boat
3839774 Alice Sheep And Boat by Tenniel, John (1820-1914); (add.info.: Alice Sheep And Boat, from Alice in Wonderland by Lewis Carroll (Charles Lutwidge Dodgson)

Alice And Jabberwocky
3839764 Alice And Jabberwocky by Tenniel, John (1820-1914); (add.info.: Alice And Jabberwocky, from Alice in Wonderland by Lewis Carroll (Charles Lutwidge Dodgson)

Alice In Chair
3839762 Alice In Chair by Tenniel, John (1820-1914); (add.info.: Alice In Chair, from Alice in Wonderland by Lewis Carroll (Charles Lutwidge Dodgson)

White Knight
3839761 White Knight by Tenniel, John (1820-1914); (add.info.: White Knight, from Alice in Wonderland by Lewis Carroll (Charles Lutwidge Dodgson)

A policeman speaking with a young woman, 1886 (engraving)
5616368 A policeman speaking with a young woman, 1886 (engraving) by Tenniel, John (1820-1914); Universal History Archive/UIG; English, out of copyright

Cartoon depicting Father Thames admiring Tower Bridge, London
5309124 Cartoon depicting Father Thames admiring Tower Bridge, London by Tenniel, John (1820-1914); (add.info.: Cartoon depicting Father Thames admiring Tower Bridge, London)

Cartoon commenting on the pleas for a block system signal to be made compulsory
5308757 Cartoon commenting on the pleas for a block system signal to be made compulsory on British Railways by Tenniel, John (1820-1914); (add.info)

Punchs advice to the British seaside holidaymakers
3735773 Punchs advice to the British seaside holidaymakers by Tenniel, John (1820-1914); (add.info.: Punchs advice to the British seaside holidaymakers)

Father Christmas roller skating
3735507 Father Christmas roller skating by Tenniel, John (1820-1914); (add.info.: Cartoon depicting Father Christmas roller skating)

Charity sweeping aside Mr Bumbles Protests
3733553 Charity sweeping aside Mr Bumbles Protests. by Tenniel, John (1820-1914); (add.info.: John Tenniel cartoon depicting Charity sweeping aside Mr Bumbles protests)

John Tenniel cartoon titled Enquiry by the Registrar General
3077633 John Tenniel cartoon titled Enquiry by the Registrar General by Tenniel, John (1820-1914); (add.info.: John Tenniel cartoon titled Enquiry by the Registrar General)

Cartoon (85) An Allegory of Justice... from the exhibition in Westminster Hall, 1845
Cartoon (85) An Allegory of Justice - by John Tenniel Jun. prize £ 200 - from the exhibition in Westminster Hall, 1845. The allegorical figure of Justice stands holding a sword

Easing the Curb (Punch, July 24, 1869), 1869. Creator: John Tenniel
Easing the Curb (Punch, July 24, 1869), 1869. [Emperor Napoleon: " Have no fear, my dears! I shall just drop ze curb a leetel" ]

The Best of Friends Must Part (Punch, September 28, 1878), 1878. Creator: John Tenniel
The Best of Friends Must Part (Punch, September 28, 1878), 1878

The Tempter (Punch, November 27, 1886), 1886. Creator: John Tenniel
The Tempter (Punch, November 27, 1886), 1886. [Spirit of Anarchy: " What! No Work! Come and enlist with me - I ll find work for you!!" ]

[John Tenniel], 1860s. Creator: John & Charles Watkins
[John Tenniel], 1860s

Misfits, c1840-1906, (1906). Creator: John Tenniel
Misfits, c1840-1906, (1906). Watercolour by English artist Sir John Tenniel (1820-1914). From " The Royal Institute of Painters in Water Colours", edited by Charles Holme

Critics, c1870, (c1897). Artist: E&S Woodbury
Critics, c1870, (c1897). Mr Gladstone: H m, Flippant! Mr Disraeli: Ha, prosy! Two British politicians criticise each others literary efforts

The Trials beginning, c1900. After the illustrations by John Tenniel. From Coloured Lantern Slides - Primus Junior Lecturers Series: No. 778. Alice in Wonderland. Chapter III. Who Stole Tarts. [W

Off with their Heads, c1900. After the illustrations by John Tenniel. From Coloured Lantern Slides - Primus Junior Lecturers Series: No. 778. Alice in Wonderland. Chapter III. Who Stole Tarts. [W

Presentation of the Crimean Medal by Queen Victoria to Colonel Sir Thomas Trowbridge, May 18th 1855

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John Tenniel was a renowned artist whose illustrations have left an indelible mark on the world of literature and political satire. With his incredible talent, he brought to life iconic scenes from Lewis Carroll's "Alice in Wonderland" series, capturing the whimsy and imagination that has enchanted readers for generations. In "Dropping the Pilot, " Tenniel showcases his skill in depicting historical events, illustrating the dramatic moment when Otto von Bismarck resigned as German Chancellor. His attention to detail and ability to convey emotion through art is evident in this powerful piece. Tenniel's portrayal of Alice and the Red Queen in "Off with her head. " captures the intensity of their encounter. The tension between them is palpable as Alice confronts the formidable monarch, highlighting Tenniel's ability to create dynamic compositions that draw viewers into the scene. "The Queen of Hearts" stands as another testament to Tenniel's artistic prowess. This captivating illustration perfectly encapsulates Carroll's vivid description of a tyrannical queen ruling over her subjects with an iron fist. Through his intricate linework and expressive characters, Tenniel brings this fantastical world to life. One cannot discuss John Tenniel without mentioning his depiction of The Cheshire Cat looking down at the Red King and Queen having an argument. With mischievous eyes peering out from its enigmatic grin, this iconic character adds depth and intrigue to Carroll's narrative while showcasing Tenniel's mastery at creating memorable characters. Tenniel also delved into political satire with pieces like "Telescopic Philanthropy. " Here, he cleverly critiques society’s superficial acts of charity by portraying wealthy individuals using telescopes instead of genuinely engaging with those they aim to help—a thought-provoking commentary still relevant today. His collaboration with Joseph Swain resulted in works such as "Happy Hampstead. " which humorously depicts Victorian leisure activities while offering social commentary on class dynamics within society—an example of Tenniel's ability to merge art and satire seamlessly.