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Cartoon, Lord Coleridge, British lawyer and judge
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Cartoon, Lord Coleridge, British lawyer and judge
Cartoon, John Duke Coleridge, 1st Baron Coleridge (1820-1894), British lawyer, judge, and Lord Chief Justice of England. Ah! I must go to the music-hall. One might hear a kind thing or two said of ones self!
1885
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1885 Acte Baron Bryan Cambridge Case Chief Claimant Coleridge Entr Entracte Impostor Inheritance Judge Justice Lawyer Legal Roger Tichborne
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This cartoon depicts John Duke Coleridge, 1st Baron Coleridge (1820-1894), a renowned British lawyer and judge who served as Lord Chief Justice of England. The image, created in 1885, captures Coleridge in a lighthearted moment as he dons a top hat and expresses his desire to visit the music-hall. The playful caption, "Ah! I must go to the music-hall. One might hear a kind thing or two said of oneself!" adds to the whimsical atmosphere. At the time, Coleridge was a prominent figure in British legal history for his role in the Tichborne Claimant case. This high-profile inheritance dispute involved a man named Arthur Orton, who claimed to be the long-lost heir of the 6th Baron Tichborne. Coleridge presided over the trial and ultimately ruled against Orton, who was exposed as an impostor. The late Victorian era, in which this cartoon was created, was a time of great change and social upheaval in England. The music-hall, a popular form of entertainment, provided a welcome escape from the daily grind and offered a platform for satire and commentary on current events. This cartoon not only captures the essence of the era but also showcases the lighter side of a respected legal figure like Lord Coleridge. The cartoon's intricate details and vibrant colors bring the image to life, transporting us back to the 1880s and offering a glimpse into the past. With its rich history and engaging subject matter, this print is a must-have for any collection focusing on British history, law, or the arts.
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