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Punch cartoon: Straight Through from London to Paris. A suggestion to Mr John Fowler (engraving)
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Punch cartoon: Straight Through from London to Paris. A suggestion to Mr John Fowler (engraving)
6034790 Punch cartoon: Straight Through from London to Paris. A suggestion to Mr John Fowler (engraving) by English School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Punch cartoon: Straight Through from London to Paris. A suggestion to Mr John Fowler. Illustration for Punch, Volume 58, January - June 1870.); Look and Learn / George Collection
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Crossing English Channel Fanciful Ideas Proposals Punch Trains Caricatures Comics John Fowler
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This 19th-century Punch cartoon print titled "Straight Through from London to Paris. A suggestion to Mr John Fowler" takes us back in time, offering a humorous and satirical glimpse into the world of transportation and engineering during the Victorian era. The illustration, created by an anonymous English School artist, showcases a fanciful proposal for crossing the English Channel. With its witty caricatures and clever satire, this comic strip-style artwork pokes fun at the ambitious ideas and proposals put forth by Mr John Fowler, a renowned engineer of that time. The image depicts an imaginative scene where trains are seen gliding effortlessly across the sea between London and Paris. It brilliantly captures both the excitement surrounding technological advancements in transport as well as the skepticism towards such grandiose plans. The detailed engraving highlights not only British culture but also German influence on engineering practices during that period. As part of Punch magazine's Volume 58 published between January to June 1870, this cartoon reflects societal attitudes towards progress and innovation. Displayed against a backdrop of vintage paper texture, this print is not just a visual delight but also serves as a historical artifact showcasing how humor was used to comment on contemporary issues. Whether you're fascinated by railway history or simply enjoy satirical drawings from yesteryears, this artwork offers an amusing insight into transportation dreams that were once considered outlandish yet intriguingly possible.
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