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Earl of Harrowby, Vanity Fair, Ape
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Earl of Harrowby, Vanity Fair, Ape
DUDLEY RYDER, 2nd Earl of HARROWBY (1798-1882) styled Viscount Sandon until 1847. British politician, Member of Parliament for Tiverton from 1819 to 1831, then Liverpool until 1847. Caption: The last generation Date: 1798 - 1882
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1798 1882 Dudley Liverpool Lords Member Parliament Ryder Tiverton Vanity Viscount Harrowby Sandon
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This photograph, sourced from Mary Evans Prints Online, showcases Dudley Ryder, 2nd Earl of Harrowby (1798-1882), also known as Viscount Sandon until 1847. Born in 1798, Earl Harrowby was a prominent British politician and Member of Parliament (MP) who represented Tiverton from 1819 to 1831 and Liverpool from 1847. His political career spanned over two decades, making significant contributions to the political landscape of the time. The Earl is depicted in this Vanity Fair print, sitting in a grand chair, with an ape perched on his knee. The use of the ape as a symbol of vanity is a common motif in Victorian-era caricatures, reflecting the societal perception of the aristocracy's self-indulgence and extravagance. However, the Earl's expression suggests a sense of amusement and self-awareness, rather than arrogance. The photograph is a poignant reminder of the last generation of the 18th century and the early 19th century, a time of significant political change and social upheaval in Britain. Earl Harrowby's political career coincided with the Reform Act of 1832, which expanded the electorate and marked the beginning of the end of the old political order. This photograph is not only a historical document, but also a fascinating insight into the character and personality of a prominent British politician of the time. The Earl's relaxed pose and the playful presence of the ape add an intriguing layer of complexity to his image, inviting us to ponder the complexities of power, politics, and human nature.
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