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Mr Percy Melville Thornton, Clapham, 22 March 1900, Vanity Fair cartoon (colour litho)
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Mr Percy Melville Thornton, Clapham, 22 March 1900, Vanity Fair cartoon (colour litho)
611773 Mr Percy Melville Thornton, Clapham, 22 March 1900, Vanity Fair cartoon (colour litho) by Ward, Leslie Matthew (Spy) (1851-1922); Private Collection; (add.info.: Mr Percy Melville Thornton, Clapham, 22 March 1900, Vanity Fair cartoon); Look and Learn / Peter Jackson Collection
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The vibrant and satirical cartoon print titled "Mr Percy Melville Thornton, Clapham, 22 March 1900" captures the essence of Vanity Fair's biting humor. Created by Leslie Matthew Ward, also known as Spy, this color lithograph is a true masterpiece of caricature art. Depicting Mr. Percy Melville Thornton in all his glory, the cartoon offers a scathing satire on the social elite of Clapham during that era. With meticulous attention to detail and a keen eye for exaggeration, Ward brilliantly portrays Thornton's larger-than-life personality. In this comical portrayal, we see Thornton adorned in fashionable attire with an air of self-importance. His exaggerated features and pompous expression perfectly encapsulate the vanity and pretentiousness prevalent among the upper class at that time. This piece not only showcases Ward's exceptional talent but also serves as a historical snapshot into the societal norms and values of early 20th-century England. It reminds us that even amidst serious matters such as politics or economics, there was always room for laughter and criticism through art. Preserved within a private collection until now, this print allows us to delve into the world of Vanity Fair cartoons from over a century ago. It serves as both an amusing reminder of our past and an appreciation for artistic craftsmanship that withstands the test of time.
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