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Sir Henry Cole, English civil servant and administrator
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Sir Henry Cole, English civil servant and administrator
Sir Henry Cole, English civil servant and inventor. He used a pseudonym, Felix Summerly, for design work and childrens books. He organised a number of international exhibitions, including the Crystal Palace Great Exhibition of 1851, and was involved in the development of the Victoria and Albert Museum, the Royal College of Art, the Royal College of Music and Imperial College London. He was knighted in 1875. He is caricatured here as King Cole, a frequent nickname used for him by the press
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1808 1851 1875 1882 Administrator Begging Bulky Cole College Crystal Development Driving Editor Exhibitions Felix Heavy Inventor Knighted Media Nickname Organised Organiser Plump Press Pseudonym Satire Satirical Servant Albert Summerly
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Sir Henry Cole (1808-1882): A Visionary English Civil Servant and Inventor, Known as 'King Cole' in Satirical Caricatures Sir Henry Cole, an English civil servant and inventor, is depicted in this satirical cartoon as 'King Cole,' a nickname frequently used by the media. Cole's impressive career spanned various fields, including the organization of international exhibitions, the development of renowned cultural institutions, and the creation of children's books under the pseudonym 'Felix Summerly.' One of Cole's most notable achievements was his role in organizing the Crystal Palace Great Exhibition of 1851, which showcased the industrial and artistic achievements of nations from around the world. Cole's visionary approach to exhibition design and management laid the groundwork for the establishment of the Victoria and Albert Museum, the Royal College of Art, the Royal College of Music, and Imperial College London. Cole's contributions to the world of art and design extended beyond his administrative roles. He was an editor, inventor, and designer, with a particular interest in driving innovation and promoting the arts. In this caricature, Cole is depicted as a plump, heavy-set man, reflecting the humorous and satirical portrayals common in Victorian media. In 1875, Cole was knighted for his services to the nation. Despite his numerous accomplishments, Cole's public image was often skewed by the media, who frequently caricatured him as a bulky, comical figure. This cartoon, created in 1882, captures the spirit of the satirical press during the Victorian era. The image of Sir Henry Cole as 'King Cole' serves as a reminder of the complexities of historical figures and the role of humor in shaping public perception.
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