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New Crowns for Old Ones!, Benjamin Disraeli offering the crown of India to Queen Victoria, 1876. Artist: John Tenniel
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New Crowns for Old Ones!, Benjamin Disraeli offering the crown of India to Queen Victoria, 1876. Artist: John Tenniel
New Crowns for Old Ones!, Benjamin Disraeli offering the crown of India to Queen Victoria, 1876. Victoria was proclaimed Empress of India on 1 May 1876. Cartoon from Punch, London, 15 April 1876
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New Crowns for Old Ones! Benjamin Disraeli offering the crown of India to Queen Victoria, 1876
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. In this print, we witness a significant moment in history as British Prime Minister Benjamin Disraeli presents Queen Victoria with the symbolic crown of India. Created by renowned artist John Tenniel for Punch magazine in 1876, this cartoon captures the essence of colonialism and power dynamics during the Victorian era. Dressed in regal attire, Queen Victoria stands tall and poised while considering Disraeli's tempting offer. The exchange between these two influential figures represents the expansion of the British Empire and its dominion over India. With a touch of satire, Tenniel skillfully portrays Disraeli as an eager politician seeking to solidify Britain's control over Hindoostan. The monochrome engraving adds depth and intensity to this historical scene, emphasizing both the gravity of imperial rule and its impact on people's lives. As viewers, we are reminded of the complex relationship between politics, power, and gender during this period. This print serves as a visual testament to Queen Victoria's reign as Empress of India from May 1st, 1876 onwards. It encapsulates an era when Britain held sway over vast territories across continents—a time when monarchs were not only rulers but also symbols of national pride. With "New Crowns for Old Ones!", Heritage Images offers us a glimpse into a pivotal moment in history that shaped nations and influenced global politics—an artwork that continues to spark conversations about imperialism even today.
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