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Mr Punchs Literary Costume Ball (engraving)
3630228 Mr Punchs Literary Costume Ball (engraving) by Partridge, Bernard (1861-1945) (after); Private Collection; (add.info.: Mr Punchs Literary Costume Ball. Illustration from Punchs Almanac for 1912.); © Look and Learn
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Alfred Lord Tennyson Archibald Primrose Bleak House Cathloic Cathoic Charles Dickens Charles Kingsley Conservative Cricket Cricketer Dealer Dickensian Earl Of Rosebery Fiction Fictional First Lord Of The Admiralty Frances Hodgson Burnett George Curzon Horatius J M Barrie Lalla Rookh Liberal Little Lord Fauntleroy Lord Chancellor Lord Curzon Lord Rosebery Peter Pan Richard Brinsley Sheridan Roman Catholicism Secretary Of State For War Seller Sir Thomas Lipton The Pickwick Papers The Rivals The Water Babies Thomas Moore Vendor Wholesalers William Makepeace Thackeray Winston Churchill Yachting Yachtsman Authors Book Author Caricatures Catholic Religion Catholics Characters Charles Hawtrey Litaerature Merchant Secretary Of State For The Colonies Thomas Lipton
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This print titled "Mr Punchs Literary Costume Ball" takes us back to the early 20th century, immersing us in a world of literary and political figures dressed in elaborate costumes. The engraving, created by Bernard Partridge after an original illustration from Punch's Almanac for 1912, showcases a gathering that is both whimsical and satirical. The image features well-known characters such as Captain Kettle, the fictional hero; Lord Curzon, the conservative Secretary of State for the Colonies; and Lady Clara Vere de Vere from Tennyson's poem. These personalities are joined by prominent politicians like Viscount Haldane and Earl of Birkenhead, adding a touch of humor to this grand affair. The costumes worn by these individuals reflect their respective roles or achievements. From Peter Pan to Little Lord Fauntleroy, each character represents a different facet of British literature or society at that time. This eclectic mix creates an atmosphere filled with creativity and imagination. Beyond its entertainment value, this print also offers insights into British politics during the early 20th century. It highlights the influence of notable figures like Earl Rosebery and Lord Haldane while showcasing their connections with literature and culture. Overall, "Mr Punchs Literary Costume Ball" is not only visually stunning but also serves as a historical snapshot capturing the intersection between fiction, politics, and popular culture in Britain during this era.
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