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The Loves of Randoplh (colour litho)
3638192 The Loves of Randoplh (colour litho) by Merry, Tom (c.1852-1902); Private Collection; (add.info.: The Loves of Randoplh. How happy could he be with either! Satire on Lord Randolph Churchill, 1890.); Look and Learn / Elgar Collection
Media ID 22974882
© Look and Learn / Elgar Collection / Bridgeman Images
Choice Dilemma Leg Irons Lord Randolph Churchill Prison
14"x16" Premium Frame
Contemporary style Premium Wooden Frame with 8"x10" Print. Complete with 2" White Mat and 1.25" thick MDF frame. Printed on 260 gsm premium paper. Glazed with shatter proof UV coated acrylic glass. Backing is paper covered backing with rubber bumpers. Supplied ready to hang with a pre-installed sawtooth/wire hanger. Care Instructions: Spot clean with a damp cloth. Securely packaged in a clear plastic bag and envelope in a reinforced cardboard shipper
FSC Real Wood Frame and Double Mounted with White Conservation Mountboard - Professionally Made and Ready to Hang
Estimated Image Size (if not cropped) is 25.4cm x 20.3cm (10" x 8")
Estimated Product Size is 40.6cm x 35.6cm (16" x 14")
These are individually made so all sizes are approximate
Artwork printed orientated as per the preview above, with landscape (horizontal) orientation to match the source image.
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The Loves of Randolph - A Satirical Glimpse into Lord Randolph Churchill's Dilemma
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. In this colour lithograph, titled "The Loves of Randolph" artist Tom Merry takes us on a satirical journey through the tumultuous love life of Lord Randolph Churchill. Created in 1890, during the height of Victorian politics, this cartoon offers a scathing critique of the influential British politician. The image portrays Lord Randolph caught between two women, representing his romantic entanglements. The caption humorously suggests that he could be equally happy with either lady. However, behind the comedic facade lies a deeper commentary on Churchill's personal and political choices. Merry cleverly incorporates various symbols to enhance the narrative. We see Churchill holding a drink, hinting at his reputation for indulgence and perhaps suggesting that alcohol played a role in his decision-making process. Additionally, leg irons around his ankles symbolize imprisonment or being trapped within one's own dilemmas. This satirical drawing not only mocks Churchill but also serves as an insightful reflection on British politics at the time. It highlights themes such as power struggles, questionable morality, and societal expectations placed upon politicians. "The Loves of Randolph" is an exceptional example of political satire from 19th-century Britain—a reminder that even those in positions of influence are not immune to ridicule and scrutiny. This print provides us with both entertainment and historical insight into an era defined by its complex web of relationships and conflicting interests.
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