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Queen Victoria in Nice - French satire on her donkey cart
Queen Victoria in Nice, France - a rather (!) disrespectful late 19th century French satirical caricature. In 1882, Queen Victoria began her winter affair with the Cote dAzur, she would arrive bearing extensive food and drink supplies, a multitude of staff, Highland soldiers and Abdul Karim, her Indian attendant (highly unpopular with all bar the queen herself). The queen would ride out frequently, either in a carriage or a cart pulled by Jacquot, a donkey she had rescued, half-starved, from a peasant (as lampooned on this card) and which she subsequently took back and forth to England with her. (Jacquot lived out his life at Windsor, after Victorias death.). Date: circa 1890s
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Add a touch of historical wit to your puzzle collection with Media Storehouse's Jigsaw Puzzle featuring "Queen Victoria in Nice - French Satire on her Donkey Cart." This intriguing puzzle showcases a satirical 19th-century caricature of Queen Victoria, who famously spent her winters in Nice, France, beginning in 1882. With its rich details and vibrant colors, this puzzle offers an engaging challenge for puzzle enthusiasts while providing a glimpse into the past. Satisfy your curiosity and enjoy the journey of piecing together this intriguing piece of history.
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Queen Victoria's Winter Escape: A French Satirical Take on the Monarch's Donkey Cart in Nice, 1890s This satirical print captures the irreverent humor of late 19th-century France towards the seemingly extravagant habits of Queen Victoria during her winter retreats to the Cote d'Azur. In the image, Queen Victoria is depicted riding in a donkey cart, accompanied by her Indian attendant, Abdul Karim, and a large bottle of gin. The queen's regal attire and regal bearing are contrasted with the humble and half-starved donkey, Jacquot, pulling the cart. The scene is a reference to Queen Victoria's frequent visits to Nice, France, beginning in 1882. Victoria's entourage included extensive provisions, a large staff, Highland soldiers, and Abdul Karim, who was highly unpopular with the locals. The queen's preference for riding in a donkey cart, rather than a carriage, was a source of amusement for the French, as evidenced by this satirical print. Jacquot, the donkey, was rescued by Victoria herself from a peasant and became a beloved companion during her travels. After Victoria's death, Jacquot was taken back to England and lived out his days at Windsor Castle. This print, dating from the 1890s, offers a glimpse into the playful and irreverent attitude of the French towards the British monarch during her visits to the South of France. The image pokes fun at the queen's apparent extravagance, her reliance on her Indian attendant, and her unusual mode of transportation. Despite its disrespectful tone, the print remains an intriguing and entertaining reflection of the historical relationship between France and Britain during the late Victorian era.
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