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A Suggestion to Wembley: why Not an All-Bonzo Pageant?
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A Suggestion to Wembley: why Not an All-Bonzo Pageant?
This illustration shows an idea for The British Empire Exhibition that was held at Wembley in 1924. George Ernest Studdy (1878-1948) was the creator of Bonzo, a small dog with saucer-like eyes and indiscriminate breeding who first appeared in the Sketch in 1922. The Bonzo craze swept the world resulting in postcards, annuals, toys and other merchandise. Studdy also produced a large body of work for the Sketch before and after Bonzo including his later creation, Ooloo the cat. His early cartoon dogs were simply known as the Studdy Dog until readers demanded a name and Bruce Ingram, the ILN editor, suggested his immortal moniker. Credit should read: Estate of George Studdy/Gresham Marketing Ltd./ILN/Mary Evan"
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Bonzo Celebrations Eyes Jack Saucer Suggestion Wembley 1924
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A Suggestion to Wembley: Why Not an All-Bonzo Pageant? (1924): George Ernest Studdy's Vision for the British Empire Exhibition This illustration proposes an intriguing idea for the 1924 British Empire Exhibition held at Wembley: an All-Bonzo Pageant. The brainchild of renowned British cartoonist George Ernest Studdy (1878-1948), Bonzo was a small dog with saucer-like eyes and an indiscriminate breed, first introduced to the world in the Sketch in 1922. The Bonzo craze that ensued was a global phenomenon, resulting in an avalanche of merchandise including postcards, annuals, toys, and other collectibles. Studdy's early cartoon dogs were simply known as the Studdy Dog until readers demanded a name. Bruce Ingram, the editor of the Illustrated London News (ILN), suggested the immortal moniker that would become synonymous with this beloved character. Studdy's prolific body of work for the Sketch extended beyond Bonzo, with his later creation, Ooloo the cat, also gaining popularity. However, it was Bonzo who captured the hearts and imaginations of the public, leading to this playful suggestion for the Wembley Exhibition. Imagine the scene: a grand procession of Bonzos, each one unique yet united in their distinctive saucer eyes, parading through the Exhibition grounds. The union of union jack and Bonzo would have undoubtedly added a whimsical touch to the historical celebrations, encapsulating the spirit of the era and the power of popular culture. This image is a testament to Studdy's artistic genius and the enduring appeal of Bonzo, a character that continues to delight and captivate audiences to this day. Credit: Estate of George Studdy/Gresham Marketing Ltd./ILN/Mary Evans
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