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The Man for the Post, 1882. Artist: Joseph Swain
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The Man for the Post, 1882. Artist: Joseph Swain
The Man for the Post, 1882. This cartoon depicts the blind Postmaster General, Henry Fawcett, weighed down with parcels containing all sorts of objects and of all shapes, sizes and weights. This relates to the recently announced details of the Parcel Post whereby the Post Office would handle parcels under a fixed weight for a fixed charge, irrespective of distance. From Punch, or the London Charivari, April 15, 1882
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Blind Fawcett Heavy Henry Heritage Image Partnership John Tenniel Joseph Swain Parcel Post Office Postmaster General Sir John Tenniel Swain Tenniel Weighed Down Henry Fawcett Metaphor Mr Fawcett Parcel Post
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The Man for the Post, 1882
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is a thought-provoking political cartoon that captures the essence of Henry Fawcett's role as the blind Postmaster General in a humorous yet meaningful way. Created by Joseph Swain and published in Punch, or the London Charivari on April 15,1882, this engraving showcases Fawcett burdened with an array of parcels representing various objects of different shapes, sizes, and weights. The image serves as a metaphor for the recently announced Parcel Post system introduced by the Post Office during that era. Regardless of distance, this innovative service aimed to handle parcels under a fixed weight for a predetermined charge. Through clever caricature and satire, Swain highlights Fawcett's ability to manage such a complex task despite his visual impairment. In monochrome black and white tones characteristic of nineteenth-century prints like this one from Heritage Images Partnership collection, "The Man for the Post" portrays Fawcett as an empowered statesman who defies limitations imposed upon him. His determination shines through as he carries out his duties diligently. This print not only offers historical insight into communication systems during that period but also celebrates Fawcett's resilience and dedication to public service. With contributions from renowned artists John Tenniel and Joseph Swain himself, it stands as both an artistic masterpiece and a testament to human capability in overcoming challenges.
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