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Extraordinary Mildness of the Political Season : Disraeli congratulating
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Date: 27th March 2014
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Extraordinary Mildness of the Political Season : Disraeli congratulating
Extraordinary Mildness of the Political Season : Disraeli congratulating Gladstone on Sovereigns speech at Opening of Parliament. Both have a birch behind them to start beating the other as soon as the Session gets underway. John Tenniel cartoon from Punch, 27 February 1869, making fun of the animosity between the two men. Engraving
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1869 Beating Behind Birch Cartoon Disraeli February Gladstone John Making Minister Opening Parliament Political Politician Prime Punch Season Session Speech Start Statesman Tenniel Animosity Congratulating Extraordinary Sovereign Underway
EDITORS COMMENTS
This print captures a moment of unexpected camaraderie amidst the intense political climate of 1869. Depicted in this John Tenniel cartoon from Punch, we witness an extraordinary display of mildness between two prominent British politicians, Benjamin Disraeli and William Gladstone. As they stand side by side, their faces adorned with congenial smiles, it is hard to fathom the animosity that lies beneath the surface. The occasion for this unusual scene is the opening speech at Parliament, where both statesmen have gathered. However, what truly catches one's attention is the presence of a birch behind each politician. These symbolic instruments represent their readiness to engage in physical combat as soon as the session commences – a satirical commentary on their rivalry. Tenniel's brilliant engraving not only pokes fun at the bitter feud between Disraeli and Gladstone but also highlights the absurdity of such hostility within politics. The artist masterfully captures this ironic juxtaposition: two men who are expected to lead with dignity and grace instead find themselves armed with birches ready for battle. In this historical snapshot frozen in time, we are reminded that even fierce adversaries can momentarily set aside their differences and share a lighthearted moment. It serves as a testament to human complexity and our ability to find humor even in times of great tension.
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