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Cartoon, On The Square? (Trafalgar Square)
Cartoon, On The Square? John Bull in Trafalgar Square, London, looking at a lion sculpture which hasn t yet been unveiled, and wondering how it will turn out (very much like the Governments views on electoral reform). Date: 1867
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1867 Analogy Barking Bull Bulldog Covered Edwin Foot Installed Landseer Lion Lions Nelson Reform Trafalgar Veiled Wondering 1860s
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On The Square: A Victorian-era Cartoon of John Bull Contemplating the Unveiling of the Trafalgar Square Lions This intriguing cartoon, titled "On The Square?" was published in 1867, during the Victorian era, and offers a humorous commentary on the political climate of the time, specifically regarding electoral reform. The scene is set in Trafalgar Square, London, where John Bull, the personification of English national identity, stands with a puzzled expression as he gazes at an unveiled lion sculpture at the base of a column. The lion, a symbol of power and courage, remains veiled and covered, much like the Government's views on electoral reform at the time. The cartoon, created by renowned British artist Edwin Landseer, features John Bull in his traditional attire, complete with a top hat and a bulldog at his feet, barking in anticipation. The lion sculpture, which was not yet installed at the time of the cartoon, would eventually become a permanent fixture in Trafalgar Square, adding to the iconic landmarks of London. The analogy between the lion sculpture and electoral reform is not lost on the viewer. The Government's reluctance to implement reforms was a topic of great debate and frustration during the 1860s. The lion, symbolizing the Government, remains veiled and hidden, leaving John Bull, and the public, wondering what the outcome will be. The cartoon serves as a reminder of the political tensions and debates that shaped the Victorian era, offering a glimpse into the past through the lens of satire and humor.
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