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ALAS, MY POOR BROTHER ! ( The cerebral formation insignificant
" ALAS, MY POOR BROTHER ! "
( " The cerebral formation insignificant.......... the jaw superb " - Press comment on the skull of the most ancient Briton recently unearthed in Sussex. )
PARTY POLITICIAN : " See how even in this distant progenitor of ours we may trace those traits which, evolving throught the ages, make us the Parliamenterians we are ! "
Drawing by Will Dyson, an Australian illustrator and political cartoonist, well known for his socialist viewpoint.
1910s
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1910s Cartoon Conflict Nineteen Tens Class Struggle Daily Herald Irony Political Cartoon Socialism Subjugation Underclass
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This print titled "ALAS, MY POOR BROTHER!" captures a powerful political statement through the art of cartooning. The image features a skull labeled as the most ancient Briton recently discovered in Sussex, with a press comment highlighting its insignificant cerebral formation but superb jaw structure. In this thought-provoking drawing by Will Dyson, an Australian illustrator and political cartoonist renowned for his socialist viewpoint, we witness a party politician using this ancestral finding to justify their actions. The caption humorously suggests that even in our distant progenitors, we can trace traits that have evolved over time to shape us into the parliamentarians we are today. The artwork's irony lies in how it exposes the manipulation of social consciousness and class struggle within politics. Through satire and clever symbolism, Dyson highlights the subjugation of the underclass by those in power. This piece was originally published in Daily Herald during the 1910s when societal conflicts were at their peak. As an important historical artifact from the early 20th century, this political cartoon serves as a reminder of ongoing struggles for equality and justice. Its monochrome aesthetic adds depth to its message while emphasizing its timeless relevance. This print is part of TopFoto. co. uk's collection dedicated to preserving significant moments that shaped society throughout history.
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