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New Crowns for Old Ones, cartoon published in Punch, 15th April, 1876 (litho)
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New Crowns for Old Ones, cartoon published in Punch, 15th April, 1876 (litho)
PNP314318 New Crowns for Old Ones, cartoon published in Punch, 15th April, 1876 (litho) by English School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: the British Prime Minister, Benjamin Disraeli (1804-81), presents the Crown of India to Queen Victoria (1819-1901); ); Peter Newark Historical Pictures; English, out of copyright
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© Peter Newark Historical Pictures / Bridgeman Images
British Empire British Raj Colonies Colony Crate Crowns Empress Of India Exchange Exchanging Genie Offering Peddler Pedlar Seller Swapping Temptation Tempting Vendor Swap
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The cartoon "New Crowns for Old Ones" published in Punch on 15th April, 1876, captures a satirical moment in British history. The lithograph depicts the British Prime Minister, Benjamin Disraeli, presenting the Crown of India to Queen Victoria. This exchange symbolizes the expansion of the British Empire and its colonial rule over India. In this comical scene, a peddler approaches Queen Victoria with a box full of new crowns, tempting her to swap them for her old ones. The unamused expression on her face suggests that she is not easily swayed by such offers. The vendor represents the colonies under British rule who are eager to gain favor and recognition from their imperial ruler. The cartoon cleverly uses elements of fantasy and folklore by alluding to Aladdin's genie offering temptations to his master. By depicting Disraeli as a peddler and Victoria as an empress being offered new crowns, it highlights the power dynamics between Britain and its colonies during this era of colonialism. This lithograph serves as both political commentary and social satire, reflecting public sentiment towards imperialism at that time. It provides insight into how these complex issues were portrayed through art during the 19th century. Overall, "New Crowns for Old Ones" is an intriguing historical artifact that invites viewers to contemplate themes of power, temptation, and colonialism within the context of Victorian society.
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