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Title page, Hail, Rain, Steam and Speed by an Old Stoker
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Title page, Hail, Rain, Steam and Speed by an Old Stoker
Title page, Hail, Rain, Steam and Speed by an Old Stoker - a satire on JMW Turners painting of the same name.
1850
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1850 1850s Ackermann Hail Rain Sala Satire Speed Stoker Strand Title Turner
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Title page, Hail, Rain, Steam and Speed by an Old Stoker: A Mocking Tribute to JMW Turner's Iconic Painting of the Same Name (1850) This print, titled "Title page, Hail, Rain, Steam and Speed by an Old Stoker," is a delightful satire on JMW Turner's renowned painting, "Rain, Steam and Speed - The Great Western Railway" (1844). The cartoon, created in the 1850s, offers a humorous take on the industrial revolution and the emergence of the railway age. The image features an old stoker, wearing a soaked cap and holding a shovel, standing at the edge of a railway platform. In the background, a steam train, with its plumes of smoke billowing into the rain-soaked sky, roars past the station. The scene is a stark contrast to Turner's original painting, which depicted a romanticized and idealized vision of the railway. The title page is a clever play on words, with the "Old Stoker" taking center stage instead of the majestic locomotive. The title itself, "Hail, Rain, Steam and Speed," is a nod to Turner's original title, "Rain, Steam and Speed – The Great Western Railway." The old stoker's weathered face and tired expression add a human touch to the otherwise impersonal and mechanical world of the railway. This print is a fascinating glimpse into the Victorian era, where the industrial revolution was transforming the way people traveled and connected with each other. The satirical tone of the image adds a layer of complexity to our understanding of this period, highlighting both the excitement and the challenges of the new transport technologies. This print, from the esteemed collection of Mary Evans Picture Library, is a must-have for anyone interested in the history of transportation, the Victorian era, or the art of satire. Whether displayed in a home, office, or museum, it is sure to spark conversation and delight viewers with its wit and charm.
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