Satirising Collection

(The Morning After of a Faun) Le Lendemain d un Faune (or, What an Afternoon ) - The Great success of the new ballet L Apres-Midi d un Faune in which the faun, failing to abduct the nymph herself

Caught Napping!, illustration from Punch, September 5 1896 (engraving)
498533 Caught Napping!, illustration from Punch, September 5 1896 (engraving) by Tenniel, John (1820-1914) (after); Private Collection; (add.info)

RMS Lusitania - propaganda medal, leaflet and other items
RMS Lusitania - Carlton ware model 6.5 inches, together with German propaganda medal, leaflet, and other items. The bronze German Lusitania medal was designed by Karl Goetz

Man in tight stays 1788
Tight lacing 1788. A painfully fashionable young man wearing corsets to achieve a fashionable figure, bowing, perhaps in a dance. "These tight stays will be death of me, " he says

A Phenomenon of Portraiture, c. 1860 (litho)
AQS257102 A Phenomenon of Portraiture, c.1860 (litho) by American School, (19th century); American Antiquarian Society, Worcester, Massachusetts

Imitation banknote etched by George Cruikshank in 1818, satirising the inflication of capital punishment for forgery
3635120 Imitation banknote etched by George Cruikshank in 1818, satirising the inflication of capital punishment for forgery (engraving) by English School

Taste in High Life, engraved by Samuel Phillips, 1808 (engraving)
695562 Taste in High Life, engraved by Samuel Phillips, 1808 (engraving) by Hogarth, William (1697-1764) (after); The Geffrye Museum of the Home, London

Uncle Sams Happy Family of Generals, c. 1863 (litho)
AQS257108 Uncle Sams Happy Family of Generals, c.1863 (litho) by American School, (19th century); American Antiquarian Society, Worcester, Massachusetts

The Ingratitude of the Republicans, c. 1860 (litho)
AQS257105 The Ingratitude of the Republicans, c.1860 (litho) by American School, (19th century); American Antiquarian Society, Worcester, Massachusetts

The Narrow Path, c. 1863 (litho)
AQS257101 The Narrow Path, c.1863 (litho) by American School, (19th century); American Antiquarian Society, Worcester, Massachusetts, USA; (add.info.: General Ulysses S)

Postcard satirising the dangers of large hats and associated hat pins - the fashion of 1909 (colour litho)
2921868 Postcard satirising the dangers of large hats and associated hat pins - the fashion of 1909 (colour litho) by Sager, Xavier (1870-1930); Private Collection; © Look and Learn

Postcard satirising the fashion and dangers of large hats and long hair pins (colour litho)
2914683 Postcard satirising the fashion and dangers of large hats and long hair pins (colour litho) by American School, (20th century); Private Collection; © Look and Learn; American

Old Abes First Night in the White House, c. 1860 (litho)
AQS257104 Old Abes First Night in the White House, c.1860 (litho) by American School, (19th century); American Antiquarian Society, Worcester, Massachusetts

MUCK-RAKING JOURNALISTS
Cartoon satirising the muck- raking of sensational journalism Date: 1906

Caricature of the crinoline, from Modes Pour Rire (coloured engraving)
XIR212562 Caricature of the crinoline, from Modes Pour Rire (coloured engraving) by French School, (19th century); Chateau de Compiegne, Oise, France; French, out of copyright

The Inspection
The third in the series Marriage A La Mode by William Hogarth, satirising the mercenary marriage practices of the British upper classes, circa 1743

The Marriage Settlement
The first in the series Marriage A La Mode by William Hogarth, satirising the mercenary marriage practices of the British upper classes, circa 1743

Facsimile Of An Anonymous Engraving Satirising The Pre-Raphaelite Painting Sir Isumbras At The Ford By Sir John Everett Millais Printed London 1857 From A Catalogue Of A Collection Of Engravings

Cartoon, Colonel Sellers. An adverse comment on a play based on a novel by Mark Twain and Charles Dudley Warner, The Gilded Age, satirising corruption and greed in post-Civil War America

Hermione Von Preuschen
HERMIONE VON PREUSCHEN German artist and poet, who lived a colourful life : one of her paintings, satirising Wilhelm I, caused a scandal. Date: 1854 - 1918

Irish Emigration
A cartoon satirising the policies which caused large numbers of people to emigrate from Ireland. (Photo by Hulton Archive/Getty Images)

William Hogarths print published in 1721, satirising the South Sea Bubble. People queue to enter Devils shop, while he cuts up Fortune

Print satirising Mesmer and his tub and his ideas of animal magnetism. Frontispiece of booklet published London, 1784

Satire on art of Aubrey Beardsley
Airs Resumptive. V. - Lilith Libifera (after Rossetti). A satirical drawing and poem published in Punch in 1894 on the art of Aubrey Beardsley

Bits and Pieces
A drawing by Beauchamp satirising the changing female fashions of 1928

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"Satirising Through the Ages: A Journey of Mockery and Wit" Step into the world of satire as we explore various artworks and engravings that have hilariously poked fun at society throughout history. From "The Morning After of a Faun" to "RMS Lusitania - Propaganda Medal, " these satirical pieces offer a glimpse into the clever minds behind them. In 1788, witness a man in tight stays, humorously highlighting the fashion trends of the time. Meanwhile, Micky McCarty rises slowly but surely in his comical pursuit of success, depicted in an amusing engraving. Ould Mr Fogarty's unexpected calling to the Bar is portrayed with wit and charm. Delve further into satire with a litho from c. 1860 showcasing a phenomenon of portraiture that will leave you chuckling. George Cruikshank's imitation banknote etching from 1818 satirizes capital punishment for forgery, offering biting social commentary. Explore Samuel Phillips' engraved masterpiece from 1808 titled "Taste in High Life, " where societal norms are playfully ridiculed. Uncle Sam's Happy Family of Generals presents an entertaining litho from c. 1863 that lampoons political figures during turbulent times. Discover "The Great Original Wide-Awake, " another humorous litho from c. 1860 that tickles your funny bone while shedding light on societal quirks. The Ingratitude of Republicans provides insight into political dynamics through witty caricatures captured in another intriguing litho from c. 1860. Finally, embark on "The Narrow Path" as depicted in yet another thought-provoking litho from c. 1863; this piece offers both laughter and reflection on life's absurdities. Join us on this journey through centuries as we unravel the artistry behind satire—where mockery meets creativity—and be prepared to laugh out loud at humanity's quirks and follies.