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Have you a precedent of this Commission? I believe not any, c1820. Creator: Unknown
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Have you a precedent of this Commission? I believe not any, c1820. Creator: Unknown
Have you a precedent of this Commission? I believe not any, c1820. Satirical cartoon showing British judge John Scott, Earl of Eldon, holding a telescope and a bag of money, with a quote from Shakespeares " King Henry VIII". From an album containing portraits and satirical caricatures related to the trial of Queen Caroline (1768-1821, also known as Caroline of Brunswick, consort of King George IV) in 1820
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This satirical cartoon print, titled "Have you a precedent of this Commission? I believe not any" captures the essence of political corruption and judicial bias in early 19th century Britain. Created around 1820 by an unknown artist, it portrays British judge John Scott, Earl of Eldon, holding a telescope and a bag of money. The caption is derived from William Shakespeare's play "King Henry VIII" adding depth to the commentary. The image comes from an album that features portraits and caricatures related to the infamous trial of Queen Caroline (1768-1821), also known as Caroline of Brunswick. As consort to King George IV, she faced accusations and attempts to dissolve their marriage due to alleged misconduct. This print sheds light on the atmosphere surrounding her trial. The depiction shows Lord Chancellor Eldon with a spyglass symbolizing his role as both observer and manipulator within the legal system. The bag of money hints at bribery or financial influence affecting justice during this period. Through its clever satire, this artwork highlights issues such as espionage, corruption, and biased legislation prevalent in 19th-century Britain. It serves as a reminder that power can be abused even within esteemed institutions like the judiciary. Preserved by Heritage Images for historical documentation purposes rather than commercial use, this print offers us valuable insights into past societal dynamics while reminding us how far we have come in our pursuit of fairness and impartiality in modern law systems.
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