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Economy : Lord Brougham as John Bull, calling on the Prince Regent (later George
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Date: 27th March 2014
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Economy : Lord Brougham as John Bull, calling on the Prince Regent (later George
Economy : Lord Brougham as John Bull, calling on the Prince Regent (later George IV) to retrench and curb his extravagance and to think of the people. Unless he does he will end up in rags (vision at top right). Sitting next to the Regent is his mistress, Lady Hertford. Cartoon by George Cruikshank, London 1816
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1816 Brougham Bull Calling Cartoon Cruikshank Economy George Hanoverian John Lady Lord Mistress Monarch Nineteenth Century Prince Rags Regent Royalty Vision Curb Extravagance Hertford
EDITORS COMMENTS
In this print titled "Economy: Lord Brougham as John Bull, calling on the Prince Regent" we are transported back to London in 1816. The renowned cartoonist George Cruikshank skillfully depicts a pivotal moment in British history during the early nineteenth century. The central figure of the illustration is Lord Brougham, represented as John Bull, a symbol of the common man. With conviction and determination, he implores the Prince Regent (later known as George IV) to exercise restraint and curb his extravagant lifestyle for the sake of their people. A powerful vision at the top right corner ominously foreshadows that if these pleas go unheeded, both monarchy and country will be reduced to rags. Seated next to the Regent is Lady Hertford, his mistress. Her presence serves as a stark reminder of royal indulgence and excesses that have burdened ordinary citizens with economic hardships. Through this poignant portrayal, Cruikshank highlights not only political tensions but also societal concerns surrounding class disparity during this era. This thought-provoking cartoon encapsulates an important historical moment when public sentiment demanded fiscal responsibility from those in power. It reflects broader discussions about wealth distribution and social justice prevalent in nineteenth-century Britain. As we gaze upon this remarkable piece from 1816 London, it prompts us to reflect on how past struggles for economic equality continue to resonate today.
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