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Timothy Michael Healey - Irish Nationalist Politician
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Timothy Michael Healey - Irish Nationalist Politician
Strong T. Timothy Michael Healey (1855-1931), an Irish Nationalist Politician and British MP. Date: 1900
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Carruthers Commons Cudgel Francis Gould Healey Lampoon Member Michael Nationalist Parliament Seat Shillelagh Struwwelpeter Taking Timothy
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This caricature depicts Timothy Michael Healey, a prominent Irish Nationalist Politician and British MP, taking his seat in the House of Commons during the tumultuous year of 1900. Healey, born in 1855, was a charismatic figure in Irish politics, known for his unwavering commitment to Irish nationalist causes. In this satirical illustration, he is shown settling into his parliamentary chair, a shillelagh or wooden club, a traditional Irish cudgel, resting comfortably in his hands. The caricaturist, Francis Carruthers Gould, masterfully captures the essence of Healey's political persona with his exaggerated features and the mischievous twinkle in his eye. The cartoon, published in 1900 by the Struwelpeter, a German satirical magazine, offers a humorous take on the political climate of the time. Healey's presence in the British Parliament was a source of controversy, as he represented the Irish Nationalist Party, advocating for Irish Home Rule and challenging the British government's control over Ireland. This print serves as a fascinating glimpse into the political landscape of the late 19th and early 20th centuries, offering a unique perspective on the complex relationship between Ireland and Britain during a time of great change. The intricately detailed illustration, with its rich colors and bold lines, invites the viewer to delve deeper into the history of Irish nationalism and the political careers of its most influential figures. This print is an essential addition to any collection focusing on Irish history, political cartoons, or the history of British Parliament.
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