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Satirical cartoon by HM Bateman on the Post Impressionist exhibition at the Grafton Galleries in London. The controversial exhibition introduced modern art to Britain and was organised and curated by Roger Fry
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1. Title: "The Post-Impressionist Revelry: H.M. Bateman's Satirical Take on the Controversial Exhibition at the Grafton Galleries, London (1910)" In this and satirical cartoon by H.M. Bateman, we witness a lively scene unfolding at the Post-Impressionist exhibition held at the Grafton Galleries in London during 1910. The exhibition, organized and curated by the visionary Roger Fry, was a groundbreaking event that introduced modern art to Britain, shaking up the traditional art world with its unconventional and avant-garde approach. The cartoon portrays a room filled with an eclectic mix of onlookers, each reacting differently to the modern paintings displayed on the walls. In the foreground, a dapper gentleman, wearing a monocle and holding a cane, is seen laughing uproariously, his derision evident as he points to a painting by Vincent van Gogh. The painting, titled "Starry Night," hangs on the wall behind him, its swirling stars and vibrant colors seemingly fueling the man's hilarity. A more serious-looking gentleman, clad in a suit and holding a top hat, stands nearby, scrutinizing a painting with a furrowed brow. His critical expression stands in stark contrast to the man's laughter, highlighting the polarized reactions the exhibition elicited from its visitors. The satirical nature of Bateman's cartoon is further emphasized by the presence of a clown in the background, who adds an element of absurdity to the scene. The clown, with his exaggerated features and red nose, serves as a visual reminder of the absurdity and even the hilarity that often accompanies the introduction of new ideas and artistic movements. This cartoon not only captures the historical significance of the Post-Impressionist exhibition but also provides a humorous glimpse into the public's reaction to the modern art movement, which was both controversial and groundbreaking in its time.
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