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The Great Blue Boar
A cartoon from The Weekly Show-up or Political, Satirical & General Humourist, 21st July 1832. A man marches through London with an effigy, blaming the recent cholera epidemic on immigrants from India. Meanwhile, in the background, a quack sells medicine to gullible passers-by. (Photo by Hulton Archive/Getty Images)
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Hulton Archive
Media ID 11772592
© 2007 Getty Images
1830 1839 Barrel Cartoon Epidemic Healthcare And Medicine London England Marching Mask Disguise Medium Group Of People Megaphone Model Object Newspaper The Media Cholera Diry
10"x8" Photo Print
Step into history with our captivating selection from the Media Storehouse Fine Art Storehouse. This extraordinary print, titled "The Great Blue Boar," is an intriguing piece from the Hulton Archive. Originally published in The Weekly Show-up or Political, Satirical & General Humourist on July 21, 1832, this cartoon offers a glimpse into the past with its political and satirical commentary. The image of a man marching through London with an effigy, cleverly disguised as a blue boar, is not only visually striking but also a testament to the rich humor and social commentary of the time. Add this unique piece to your collection and bring a piece of history into your home or office.
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Estimated Product Size is 25.4cm x 20.3cm (10" x 8")
These are individually made so all sizes are approximate
Artwork printed orientated as per the preview above, with landscape (horizontal) orientation to match the source image.
The Great Blue Boar - A Satirical Snapshot of London's Cholera Epidemic
EDITORS COMMENTS
. In this print from 1832, we are transported back to a time of political satire and social unrest. The image captures the chaos and fear surrounding the cholera epidemic that plagued London during this period. At the forefront, a determined man marches through the bustling streets of London, brandishing an effigy as he blames immigrants from India for the outbreak. His loudhailer amplifies his message, drawing attention from passers-by who stop in their tracks to witness this spectacle. Amidst the commotion, a quack can be seen selling his dubious medicine to gullible onlookers. Taking advantage of people's desperation and ignorance, he capitalizes on their fears with false promises of relief. The scene is set against a backdrop of diverse characters - men and women alike - representing different walks of life affected by the epidemic. Some carry pitchforks symbolizing agricultural labor while others clutch newspapers reporting on the crisis unfolding around them. This thought-provoking image serves as a reminder that even in times of hardship and uncertainty, there are those who exploit vulnerabilities for personal gain. It also highlights society's tendency to scapegoat marginalized communities during times of crisis. Preserved in black and white tones, this medium group photograph offers us a glimpse into history when art became an instrument for commentary on pressing issues like public health crises.
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