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Cartoon, Up Goes the Quartern Loaf
Cartoon, Up Goes the Quartern Loaf -- Now, Gents, Give us only a Little Encouragement -- Say a Five Shilling Duty -- and UP Goes the Quartern Loaf! Derby and Disraeli are depicted as street entertainers, watched by a crowd of unhappy spectators who are worried about the price of bread going up. Disraeli had suggested in a speech in his Buckinghamshire constituency that the government wanted to support agricultural interests, meaning that money could be raised for farmers by adding tax to a loaf of bread. People were clearly worried that this could mean a new Corn Law, after the old one had been repealed. Date: 1852
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Up Goes the Quartern Loaf
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is a satirical cartoon from the 1850s, depicting British politicians Disraeli and Derby engaging in a street performance, attempting to raise the price of a loaf of bread through a five shilling duty. The cartoon, published in 1852, reflects the political climate of the time as the country grappled with the issue of agricultural protectionism and the potential reintroduction of Corn Laws. Disraeli, dressed as a jester, plays the role of the ringmaster, while Derby, in a top hat and tails, acts as the strongman, lifting the loaf of bread above his head. The crowd of unhappy spectators, represented by various figures from different walks of life, watch in disbelief and concern, with some covering their faces in despair. The title of the cartoon, "Up Goes the Quartern Loaf," is a playful reference to the potential increase in the price of bread, which was a staple food for the working class. The cartoon is a commentary on the political debates surrounding agricultural protectionism and the potential impact on the working class. Disraeli, as a Conservative and Tory politician, was a proponent of agricultural protectionism, believing that it was necessary to support farmers and the rural economy. However, his suggestion of a duty on bread sparked fears of a new Corn Law, which had been repealed just a few years earlier. The cartoon is a powerful symbol of the political tensions of the time and the concerns of the working class. It is a reminder of the role of satire and humor in political discourse and the ability of art to reflect and comment on the events of the day. The image is a valuable historical document, shedding light on the political debates and social issues of the Victorian era.
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