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Volunteer Movement, Jones and Family go under Canvass (coloured engraving)
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Volunteer Movement, Jones and Family go under Canvass (coloured engraving)
2818063 Volunteer Movement, Jones and Family go under Canvass (coloured engraving) by Leech, John (1817-64) (after); Private Collection; (add.info.: Volunteer Movement, Jones and Family go under Canvass. Illustration for Follies of the Year by John Leech, a series of coloured etchings from Punchs Pocket Books, 1844-1864, published by Bradbury Evans & Co.); © Look and Learn
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Absurd Absurdities Dressing Up Follies Folly Jones Nursery Progress Self Mockery Tent Tents Auxiliaries Canvass
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Volunteer Movement, Jones and Family go under Canvass - A Humorous Satire on Military Follies
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. This vibrant coloured engraving by John Leech captures a comical scene from the 19th century Volunteer Movement in England. Depicting the Jones family's participation in this military endeavor, the print humorously highlights the absurdities of dressing up and playing soldier. The image showcases a group of women, including Mrs. Jones, donning military uniforms and setting up camp under canvass tents. With rifles in hand and food supplies scattered around, they playfully mimic their male counterparts while satirizing the idea of female auxiliaries. Leech's clever satire pokes fun at both English society's fascination with military pomp as well as its self-mockery during this period. The exaggerated caricatures add to the overall amusement of the scene. While originally intended for Punchs Pocket Books' "Follies of the Year" this engraving offers a glimpse into Victorian-era entertainment and social commentary. It serves as a reminder that even amidst progress and serious matters like war, there is room for lightheartedness and laughter. With its vivid colors and attention to detail, this satirical drawing provides an intriguing window into 19th-century England's cultural landscape. From follies to food supply concerns, it encapsulates various themes relevant to that era while offering timeless amusement for viewers today.
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