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A barbers shop, 1784
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A barbers shop, 1784
A barbers shop, 1784. The interior of a barbers shop during the Westminster election of 1784. A man is seated having his hair combed by a boy from whose pocket shows the label [Wr]ay and curled by another with the label Hood, referring to Cecil Wray and Viscount Hood, two of the candidates for the Westminster constituency
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Barber Barbers Shop Barbershop Bunbury Combing Customer General Election Grooming Henry William Henry William Bunbury Political Event Shaving
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A Glimpse into the Political Buzz - A Barbershop during the Westminster Election of 1784
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. This intriguing print captures a bustling scene inside a barbershop, offering us a fascinating glimpse into the political fervor surrounding the Westminster election of 1784. The atmosphere is alive with anticipation as men engage in grooming rituals while discussing politics. In this caricatured depiction by Henry William Bunbury, we see a man comfortably seated, having his hair meticulously combed by a young boy. From the boy's pocket peeks out an intriguing label bearing [Wr]ay, alluding to Cecil Wray - one of the candidates vying for victory in the Westminster constituency. Another boy can be seen expertly curling hair with a label that reads Hood, referring to Viscount Hood, another prominent candidate. The presence of these labels cleverly satirizes how political affiliations infiltrated even mundane aspects of life during this general election period. It highlights how deeply intertwined politics were within society at that time. Amidst this lively activity, we notice an adorable dog observing attentively from beneath one of the barber chairs – perhaps symbolizing loyalty or representing an unbiased observer amidst heated debates. This engraving offers not only historical insight but also showcases Bunbury's artistic talent in capturing both humor and social commentary through his work. Preserved by Guildhall Library and Art Gallery, this image serves as a reminder of how politics have always found their way into everyday spaces throughout
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