Serio Comic Collection

Serio-comic war map for the year 1877

Cartoon, Women's Suffrage - John Bull and Mrs Bull
Political cartoon, Women's Suffrage - John Bull and Mrs Bull in conflict over the franchise Date: 1891

Cartoon, Unmanageable, Europe and China
Political cartoon, Unmanageable, Europe and China discuss the Chinese dragon Date: 1891

Cartoon, The Sleeping Palace (of Westminster)
Political cartoon, The Sleeping Palace (of Westminster), at the end of a long and weary House of Commons session - a parody of a painting by Burne-Jones, The Garden Court Date: 1891

Cartoon, The Derby, Joseph Chamberlain wins the race
Political cartoon, The Derby, Joseph Chamberlain wins the race on Insurance against Old Age on Pauperism Date: 1891

Cartoon, The Census, John Bull on a weighing machine - Try Your Weight Date: 1891

Cartoon, The Census - April 1891
Cartoon, The Census - Census Taker prompts woman to put her age, ten years older than last time. Date: 1891

Cartoon, The Boat Race, Anti-Parnellites in their new boat
Political cartoon, The Boat Race, Irish Home Rule - The Anti-Parnellites in their new boat (Irish National Federation) Date: 1891

Cartoon, Strike while the Iron's Hot! Women's Suffrage
Political cartoon, Strike while the Iron's Hot! Women's Suffrage Date: 1891

Cartoon, Song and Dance at the Savoy, Gilbert and Sullivan
Cartoon, I wonder what they think of it? Song and Dance at the Savoy, Gilbert and Sullivan. Date: 1891

Cartoon, Socialism Below Stairs
Political cartoon, Socialism Below Stairs - servants in a kitchen Date: 1891

Cartoon, Out of Her Census, Another decayed - decade! Ah, me! A woman contemplates the passing of time. Date: 1891

Cartoon, Out in the Cold, Gladstone and Harcourt
Political cartoon, Out in the Cold, Gladstone and Harcourt Date: 1891

Cartoon, Nearly Out This Time! Irish Home Rule
Political cartoon, Nearly Out This Time! Gladstone and Harcourt, Irish Home Rule Date: 1891

Cartoon, Lent - A Recantation, Gladstone
Political cartoon, Lent - A Recantation, Consistent Inconsistency, William Ewart Gladstone standing on a barrel Date: 1891

Cartoon, Something Wrong - number of Irish MPs
Political cartoon, Something Wrong - John Bull considering the number of Irish MPs Date: 1891

Cartoon, His Valentine, W E Gladstone at his desk
Political cartoon, His Valentine, William Ewart Gladstone at his desk, holding a portrait of Charles Stewart Parnell, Irish politician Date: 1891

Cartoon, On the Line - Captious Critics
Political cartoon, On the Line - Captious Critics - Free Education Budget, George Goschen (then Chancellor of the Exchequer) depicted as an artist, William Ewart Gladstone and William Harcourt

Cartoon, Britannia and Kaiser Wilhelm II
Political cartoon, Britannia and Kaiser Wilhelm II, Cousins German, with jealous Marianne (France) looking on Date: 1891

Cartoon, Britannia, a Presentiment
Political cartoon, Britannia, a Presentiment - with all these rumours about I'd better look to my weapons Date: 1891

Cartoon, The Situation, Britain in Egypt from a papyrus
Political cartoon, The Situation, Britain in Egypt from a papyrus never before published - satirical depiction of William Harcourt MP Date: 1891

Cartoon, Bad Business! Irish Home Rule
Political cartoon, Bad Business! A satirical comment on William Ewart Gladstone and Irish Home Rule, with William Harcourt (R) depicted as an elderly woman Date: 1891

Cartoons, Conscientious Charles, A Story of the Census - trying to complete the census form accurately, he tries to discover his mother-in-law's true age Date: 1891

Serio-Comic warfare (litho)
3623457 Serio-Comic warfare (litho) by Haenen, Frederic de (1853-1928); Private Collection; (add.info.: Serio-Comic warfare)

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"Serio-Comic: A Journey through Satirical Illustrations of the Late 19th Century" Step into a time machine and explore the captivating world of serio-comic illustrations from the year 1877. This unique war map takes on a humorous twist, offering a satirical perspective on global conflicts that will leave you chuckling. In another corner, we find John Bull and Mrs. Bull engaged in a lively debate about women's suffrage. This thought-provoking cartoon challenges societal norms while shedding light on an important movement for gender equality. Moving along, witness Europe and China portrayed as unmanageable entities in yet another clever illustration. The artist skillfully captures the complexities of international relations with a touch of wit, making us ponder over diplomatic struggles with smiles on our faces. Prepare to be amused by "The Sleeping Palace (of Westminster)" cartoon where political figures are depicted dozing off during parliamentary sessions. With its comical portrayal of politicians caught napping, this artwork serves as both entertainment and social commentary. Next up is Joseph Chamberlain winning "The Derby, " immortalized in an amusing caricature that celebrates his victory in this prestigious horse race. The artist masterfully captures the excitement and jubilation surrounding sporting events while adding their own playful spin to it all. As we delve deeper into society's quirks, "The Census" series offers hilarious insights into John Bull's weight being measured like produce at market stalls or even poking fun at April 1891 census-taking procedures. These cartoons serve as reminders that humor can be found even in mundane activities such as counting heads. "The Boat Race" introduces us to Anti-Parnellites sailing away in their new boat amidst political turmoil - an ingenious way to comment on contemporary issues using satire and creativity. Don't miss out on "Strike while the Iron's Hot. Women's Suffrage, " which ingeniously combines activism with comedy by showcasing determined suffragettes demanding their rights in a light-hearted manner.