Joanna Southcote and the Public Disputations
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Joanna Southcote and the Public Disputations
Colour illustration/cartoon, " The Imposter, or Obstetric Dispute (vide Joanna Southcote and the Public Disputations" by Thomas Tegg concerning Joanna Southcotts " pregnancy" with Shiloh, September 1814. HPG/8/2/1(ii)"
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Anger Broom Broom Stick Bubbles Devil Dispute Joanna Pregnant Prophet Prophetess Shiloh Southcott Speech Stool Tegg Witchcraft Imposter Obstetric
EDITORS COMMENTS
This vibrant and satirical print, titled "The Imposter, or Obstetric Dispute (vide Joanna Southcote and the Public Disputations)" by Thomas Tegg, depicts a lively scene of public discord surrounding the controversial figure of Joanna Southcote. Southcote, a self-proclaimed prophetess, claimed to be pregnant with the long-awaited Messiah, Shiloh, in the early 19th century. The cartoon captures the intensity of the public disputations that ensued, with various figures engaging in heated debates and accusations. At the center of the image, Joanna Southcote sits on a stool, holding a speech and gesturing dramatically. The devil, in the form of a horned figure, hovers above her, attempting to deceive her with bubbles. Southcote's accusers, including a man holding a broom and a dog, hurl insults and accusations of witchcraft and imposture. Thomas Tegg, the publisher of the print, is depicted in the background, observing the scene with a smirk. The cartoon's use of color and exaggerated caricatures adds to the humorous and satirical tone, but the underlying anger and intensity of the public dispute is palpable. The image provides a fascinating glimpse into the historical context of the time, highlighting the public's fascination with the supernatural and the role of the press in shaping public opinion. The print is part of the HPG/8/2/1(ii) collection at Mary Evans Prints Online, offering a unique perspective on this intriguing episode in history. The image is not to be confused with any commercial use or reproduction without proper permission from the rights holder.
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