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Colonel Charles Sibthorp as Don Quixote attacking a steam engine
5308383 Colonel Charles Sibthorp as Don Quixote attacking a steam engine.; (add.info.: Cartoon depicting Colonel Charles Sibthorp as Don Quixote attacking a steam engine. Charles Sibthorp (1783-1855) a British Ultra-Tory politician. Dated 19th century.
01/01/1850); Universal History Archive/UIG
Media ID 38514538
© Universal History Archive/UIG / Bridgeman Images
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16"x24" (61x41cm) Metal Print
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Estimated Product Size is 61.5cm x 41.2cm (24.2" x 16.2")
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Artwork printed orientated as per the preview above, with landscape (horizontal) orientation to match the source image.
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This satirical cartoon from the 19th century depicts Colonel Charles Sibthorp as Don Quixote, charging on horseback with a lance in hand, attacking a steam engine. Known for his Ultra-Tory political views, Sibthorp is portrayed here in a futile attempt to combat the modern advancements of steam power.
The image captures the clash between tradition and progress, as Sibthorp symbolizes the old guard resisting the industrial revolution. His comical portrayal as Don Quixote highlights the absurdity of his stance against technological innovation.
Through this scathing satire, the artist critiques Sibthorp's conservative politics and resistance to change. The juxtaposition of a medieval knight fighting a steam engine underscores the inevitability of progress and challenges outdated ideologies.
As a prominent figure in British politics during his time, Colonel Charles Sibthorp's portrayal in this cartoon serves as a reminder of how history often repeats itself with each new wave of innovation. The image not only reflects on past attitudes towards technology but also prompts viewers to consider their own perspectives on progress and tradition.
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