The Political drama. A series of caricatures, John Bull or an Englishman s
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The Political drama. A series of caricatures, John Bull or an Englishman s
The Political drama. A series of caricatures, John Bull or an Englishmans fireside! In a room an emaciated John Bull is sitting on a chair, shivering, a policeman is outside the window, 19th century engraving
Liszt Collection of nineteenth-century engravings and images to browse and enjoy
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Caricatures Chair John Bull Outside Policeman Room Sitting Window Shivering
The Political Drama - A Glimpse into 19th Century England
EDITORS COMMENTS
. In this 19th-century engraving titled "The Political Drama" we are transported to the fireside of an Englishman named John Bull. The room is filled with tension and uncertainty, perfectly captured by the artist's skillful caricatures. Seated on a chair, we see an emaciated John Bull, representing the struggles faced by ordinary citizens during a time of political turmoil. His frail figure symbolizes the hardships endured as power dynamics shift in society. Outside the window stands a vigilant policeman, reminding us of the ever-present authority that looms over John Bull's life. This powerful imagery conveys a sense of surveillance and control that characterized this era. The artist masterfully uses satire and exaggeration to shed light on the complex political landscape of their time. Through these caricatures, they invite viewers to reflect upon issues such as social inequality and government oppression. As we gaze at this remarkable print from Liszt Collection, we are reminded not only of historical events but also how art can serve as a mirror for society. It prompts us to question our own roles within political dramas unfolding around us today.
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