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The Eminent and the Socialists (engraving)
3641942 The Eminent and the Socialists (engraving) by English School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: The Eminent and the Socialists. Illustration for Ally Slopers Half Holiday, 6 March 1886.); © Look and Learn
Media ID 22982126
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Broken City Fountain Class Classes Disturbances Lower Middle Class Riot Rioting Socialism Socialists Trafalgar Square Umbrella Windows Entertaining
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The Eminent and the Socialists - A Riotous Encounter in Trafalgar Square
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. This engraving, created by an anonymous English School artist in the 19th century, captures a humorous and satirical moment amidst social unrest. The scene unfolds in London's iconic Trafalgar Square, where two distinct classes clash with riotous consequences. In this comical illustration for Ally Slopers Half Holiday newspaper on March 6,1886, we witness a riot that defies expectations. On one side of the square stand "the eminent" elegantly dressed individuals representing the upper class. Their top hats and refined attire contrast sharply with their counterparts across the divide – the socialists. The lower middle-class socialists are depicted as a rowdy bunch armed with umbrellas and banners advocating for socialism. They rally around a broken city fountain while engaging in scathing satire against their privileged adversaries. This satirical cartoon not only entertains but also offers biting commentary on class divisions within society during that era. With its clever caricatures and amusing details, it provides insight into the tensions between different socio-economic groups. As we gaze upon this illustrated snapshot of history, we are reminded of how humor can be used to shed light on serious issues while providing entertainment simultaneously. This print serves as both a window into past disturbances and an enduring reminder of our complex relationship with societal hierarchies.
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