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Cartoon, Twopenny Politics (Gladstone and Bright)
Cartoon, Twopenny Politics -- a satirical comment on electoral reform, as promoted by Liberal politicians John Bright and William Gladstone. Lord John Russell appears as a gipsy woman, and Edmond Beales, a radical reformer and Reform League President, as a frowning dog. John Bull and respectable-looking workmen stand further back to the right, looking worried or disapproving. Date: 1868
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1868 Analogy Birmingham Bright Caravan Comment Disreputable Fairground Gipsy Gladstone Gypsy Liberal Plump Politicians Russell Satire Satirical Cheapjack
16"x20" (51x41cm) Metal Print
Bring a piece of historical satire into your home with our Media Storehouse Metal Prints featuring the iconic cartoon, "Twopenny Politics" by Rights Managed from Mary Evans Prints Online. This timeless image, depicting Liberal politicians John Bright and William Gladstone in a satirical comment on electoral reform, is now available in high-quality metal print format. Each print is meticulously crafted using state-of-the-art printing techniques and a durable metal substrate, ensuring vibrant colors and exceptional detail that will last a lifetime. Add a touch of history and wit to any room in your home or office with this captivating cartoon print.
Made with durable metal and luxurious printing techniques, our metal photo prints go beyond traditional canvases, adding a cool, modern touch to your space. Wall mount on back. Eco-friendly 100% post-consumer recycled ChromaLuxe aluminum surface. The thickness of the print is 0.045". Featuring a Scratch-resistant surface and Rounded corners. Backing hangers are attached to the back of the print and float the print 1/2-inch off the wall when hung, the choice of hanger may vary depending on size and International orders will come with Float Mount hangers only. Finished with a brilliant white high gloss surface for unsurpassed detail and vibrance. Printed using Dye-Sublimation and for best care we recommend a non-ammonia glass cleaner, water, or isopropyl (rubbing) alcohol to prevent harming the print surface. We recommend using a clean, lint-free cloth to wipe off the print. The ultra-hard surface is scratch-resistant, waterproof and weatherproof. Avoid direct sunlight exposure.
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Estimated Image Size (if not cropped) is 40.6cm x 50.8cm (16" x 20")
Estimated Product Size is 41.2cm x 51.4cm (16.2" x 20.2")
These are individually made so all sizes are approximate
Artwork printed orientated as per the preview above, with portrait (vertical) orientation to match the source image.
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This satirical cartoon, titled "Twopenny Politics" from 1868, provides a vivid commentary on the electoral reform debates that dominated British politics during the Victorian era. The cartoon features prominent Liberal politicians John Bright and William Gladstone, who were advocating for reforms to expand the franchise and reduce the power of property qualifications in elections. In this analogy, Gladstone and Bright are depicted as a plump and fat Lord John Russell, disguised as a gipsy woman, offering "twopence worth" of reforms from the back of a caravan. Edmond Beales, a radical reformer and Reform League President, is portrayed as a frowning dog, symbolizing the discontent and frustration of the working class with the existing political system. John Bull and respectable-looking workmen stand further back to the right, looking worried or disapproving. The setting of the fairground and the use of a cheapjack, or traveling salesman, analogy underscores the perception that political reform was being peddled as a cheap and disreputable commodity. The cartoon reflects the complex and often contentious nature of political debates surrounding electoral reform in 1860s Britain. It also highlights the role of satire and humor in shaping public opinion and engaging the public in political discourse. This image offers a valuable insight into the political climate of the time and the ways in which cartoons were used to comment on and influence the political landscape.
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