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Cartoon, The Belle of the Season (Disraeli)
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Cartoon, The Belle of the Season (Disraeli)
Cartoon, The Belle of the Season -- a satirical comment on the popularity of the Conservative Party, having won the recent General Election. Benjamin Disraeli appears as a debutante on horseback, smiling coyly at the viewer, with figures on the left representing the Standard and Globe newspapers. Date: 1874
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The Belle of the Season: A Satirical Comment on Disraeli's Conservative Party Triumph in the 1874 General Election This intriguing cartoon, titled "The Belle of the Season" and dated 1874, offers a satirical commentary on the recent Conservative Party victory in the General Election, with Benjamin Disraeli, the charismatic leader of the Tory party, depicted as the belle of the season. Dressed in the finery of a young woman, Disraeli is shown riding a horse with a coy smile on his face, inviting the viewer's admiration. The analogy of Disraeli as a debutante is a clever metaphor for the Conservative Party's newfound popularity and acceptance in Victorian society. The Standard and Globe newspapers, represented by figures on the left, look on approvingly, further emphasizing the party's newfound favor. Disraeli's cross-dressing in this cartoon is not merely a visual gag but a commentary on the political landscape of the time. The Conservative Party, long considered an outsider in the world of Victorian politics, had suddenly become the belle of the ball. The cartoonist's use of this metaphor underscores the unexpected nature of the Tory Party's rise to power and the shockwaves it sent through the political establishment. The image is a testament to the power of satire in political discourse, offering a witty and insightful commentary on the political climate of the time. The cartoon's enduring appeal lies in its ability to capture the essence of a pivotal moment in British political history and to do so with a touch of humor and irony.
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