Satirised Collection

Ws Gilbert / Sambourne
WILLIAM SCHWENCK GILBERT English playwright and collaborator with Sullivan, satirised for his love of the sea and sailing

Darwins Theory of Evolution
his theory is satirised - Am I a man and a brother Date: 1861 Source: unnamed artist in Punch 8 May 1861 page 206

John Ruskin (Fun)
JOHN RUSKIN English art critic and writer satirised for his views on the aesthetic life Date: 1819 - 1900

1804 / Pitt as Weathercock
A Hint for another Statue - or a Sketch of a Modern Weather Cock Pitt the Younger is satirised as a weathercock

Grandville Musicians
Musicians satirised by being represented as animals. Date: 1828

FRE REV / LOU XVI SATIRE
Louis XVI satirised as a traitor within a lantern, blocking out the sun. Date: 8 August 1792

Helena Petrovna Blavatsky portrayed as an imposter
Helena Petrovna Blavatsky(1831-1891). Russian mystic and writer portrayed in the last year, satirised by her detractors

Rasputin Satirised
GRIGORI RASPUTIN Caricature holding a tiny figure of Nicolas II, entitled I drove him from the throne before you Date: 1872 - 1916

Vittorio Emanuele II
VITTORIO EMANUELE II King of Italy satirised as a bandit Date: 1820 - 1878

Richard Burton / Sambourne
SIR RICHARD FRANCIS BURTON Traveller and writer, satirised as " Our Un-Commercial Traveller" Date: 1821-1890

George Buchanan / Harding
GEORGE BUCHANAN Scottish humanist writer, satirised Franciscans, supported Calvinism, imprisoned by the Inquisition, taught Montaigne, James VI. Date: 1506 - 1582

Hugh Peters (Satire)
HUGH PETERS chaplain to Oliver Cromwell, satirised as a preacher of blasphemy, rebellion and heresy Date: 1598 - 1660

Ja Froude / Sambourne
JAMES ANTHONY FROUDE British historian and writer, satirised for his warts-and-all biography of Thomas Carlyle Date: 1818 - 1894

Thomas Erskine / Carlton
THOMAS ERSKINE 1st Baron Statesman and lawyer, satirised as The Patriotic Pleader Date: 1750 - 1823

Sir James Matthew Barrie, caricature in Punch
SIR JAMES MATTHEW BARRIE (1860 - 1937) Scottish novelist and dramatist, best known for writing Peter Pan, satirised in Punch Date: 1897

Charles Beresford / China
CHARLES WILLIAM BERESFORD Charles William de la Poer Known as Lord Charles - British naval officer, satirised here for his interest in China Date: 1846 - 1919

Ainsworth / Waddy / Oaw
WILLIAM HARRISON AINSWORTH English novelist satirised for his popular historical novels Date: 1805 - 1882

Algernon Bertram Mitford
ALGERNON BERTRAM MITFORD Diplomat and orientalist, satirised in his role as Secretary to Her Majestys Office of Works. Date: 1837 - 1916

Ainsworth / Sambourne
WILLIAM HARRISON AINSWORTH English novelist satirised for his popular historical novels such as Rookwood (1834) and Jack Sheppard (1839) Date: 1805 - 1882

Arnold (Sambourne)
MATTHEW ARNOLD satirised as the apostle of Sweetness and Light Date: 1822 - 1888

Kh Branting / Fantasio
KARL HJALMAR BRANTING (1860 - 1925), Swedish statesman and pacifist, satirised for his socialist principles Date: 1918

Ja Froude / Waddy / Oaw
JAMES ANTHONY FROUDE British historian and writer, satirised for his concern for Truth Date: 1818 - 1894

Mesmers Tub Satirised
A satire on Mesmers tub Date: 1790

John Ruskin (Judy)
JOHN RUSKIN English art critic and writer, gently satirised for his views on nature and art Date: 1819 - 1900

The Fashion in December 1795
Fashion satirised in 1795: a woman wears a long nightgown-like dress or smock with blouson sleeves and watch fob detail, and a turban with two tall feathers. Date: 1795

William Sandhurst
WILLIAM ROSE MANSFIELD, first baron SANDHURST military commander in India, satirised at the time of the Simla court-martial Date: 1819 - 1876

Captain Hind
CAPTAIN HIND Scottish soldier - the perfect model of a none-too-bright young officer, affectionately satirised by Kay. Date: circa 1790

Bleak House by Charles Dickens in 1852-1823 the novel which satirised the misery caused by the old Chancery court. The cunning old lawyer Tulkinghorn who finds out Lady Dedlocks secrets

Sheila Kaye-Smith (1887-1956), British novelist who wrote about Sussex, on country matters and social stratification. She was one of the authors satirised by Stella Gibbons in Cold Comfort Farm (1934)

Popes & Monks Satirised
A German satire on the Catholic Church - demons are hunting monks and even attacking the Pope Date: 16th Century

Jacobins Satirised
Satan and his spouse give birth to Jacobins - a caricature by someone who didn t like the extremist faction very much

Chamberlain Satirised
Joseph Chamberlain depicted as Coleridges Ancient Mariner, with the albatross of the South African republics tied round his neck - as war breaks out with the Boers

Jos Chamberlain / Leandre
JOSEPH CHAMBERLAIN Liberal MP satirised as the " Friend of France"

Censorship Satirised
Satire on censorship of the French press under the reactionary Charles X

Consulate Satirised
An English satire on the French Consulate

Joseph Chamberlain Punch
JOSEPH CHAMBERLAIN Statesman, satirised early in his career

Luther with 7 Heads
Luther satirised as a seven- headed monster - aside from being an ecclesiastic, he is also Barabas the thief, a doctor, an inspector etcetera

James II Satirised
JAMES II OF SCOTLAND caricatured as an owl, kneeling to the Pope who is depicted as a peacock

Steam Carriages Galore
The widespread activity, seeking to harness steam power to road transport, is satirised in this view of the Whitechapel Road where horse drawn vehicles are no more

Mesmer Satirised / Theatre
Mesmer satirised in the theatre : his supporter, D Epremesil, throws leaflets to the audience

Mesmer Satirised
Mesmerism Satirised

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"Satirised: A Journey through Time and Wit" Step into the world of satire as we explore the witty minds of Ws Gilbert and Sambourne. From their humorous take on societal norms to John Ruskin's satirical contributions in "Fun, " this caption delves into a realm where laughter meets critique. Unraveling Darwin's Theory of Evolution, these satirists playfully question our origins with clever twists and turns. In 1804, Pitt as Weathercock showcases political satire at its finest, highlighting the ever-changing nature of power. Enter the stage with CHRISTOF VON GALEN, whose sharp wit leaves no stone unturned. Even Helena Petrovna Blavatsky is portrayed as an imposter in this comical journey through history. Join the Grandville Musicians as they harmonize their way through whimsical caricatures that poke fun at society's follies. The FRE REV / LOU XVI SATIRE brings forth a hilarious portrayal of French revolutionaries and King Louis XVI himself. Rasputin becomes a subject for ridicule in this captivating narrative, reminding us that even influential figures are not immune to satire's charm. And who can forget Vittorio Emanuele II? His larger-than-life persona is brilliantly captured by Richard Burton and Sambourne's artistic prowess. Embark on this enlightening adventure where humor intertwines with social commentary. Satire has always been a powerful tool to challenge conventions and provoke thought – join us as we celebrate its timeless allure.