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The Earl of Suffolk and Berkshire, Dover, 31 December 1887, Vanity Fair cartoon (colour litho)
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The Earl of Suffolk and Berkshire, Dover, 31 December 1887, Vanity Fair cartoon (colour litho)
611882 The Earl of Suffolk and Berkshire, Dover, 31 December 1887, Vanity Fair cartoon (colour litho) by Prosperi, Liborio (1854-1928); Private Collection; (add.info.: The Earl of Suffolk and Berkshire, Dover, 31 December 1887, Vanity Fair cartoon); Look and Learn / Peter Jackson Collection
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Berkshire Dover Earl Suffolk Vanity Fair
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This vibrant and satirical cartoon print, titled "The Earl of Suffolk and Berkshire, Dover, 31 December 1887" captures the essence of Vanity Fair's biting humor. Created by the talented artist Liborio Prosperi in a colorful lithographic style, this piece is a true gem from the late 19th century. Depicting an aristocratic figure with exaggerated features and pompous demeanor, the caricature presents The Earl of Suffolk and Berkshire as a subject for scathing satire. With his elaborate attire and haughty expression, he embodies the excesses and pretensions of high society during that era. The setting chosen for this illustration adds another layer to its narrative. Set against the backdrop of Dover on New Year's Eve in 1887, it hints at both celebration and reflection. Perhaps it suggests that even amidst revelry, there is room to question societal norms. Through clever visual storytelling techniques, Prosperi invites viewers to engage with this satirical drawing on multiple levels. It serves as a reminder that power does not always equate to wisdom or virtue. Now part of a private collection but originally published in Vanity Fair magazine over a century ago, this artwork continues to captivate audiences today. Its timeless message about human nature remains relevant across generations – reminding us all to take ourselves less seriously while questioning those who hold positions of authority.
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