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Mr Digby Loder Armroid Jephson (colour litho)
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Mr Digby Loder Armroid Jephson (colour litho)
612291 Mr Digby Loder Armroid Jephson (colour litho) by Ward, Leslie Matthew (Spy) (1851-1922); Private Collection; (add.info.: Mr Digby Loder Armroid Jephson, The Lobster, 22 May 1902, Vanity Fair cartoon); Look and Learn / Peter Jackson Collection
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In this vibrant and satirical cartoon print titled "Mr Digby Loder Armroid Jephson" we are transported back to the early 20th century, where Vanity Fair's biting humor takes center stage. Created by Leslie Matthew Ward, also known as Spy, this color lithograph captures the essence of a scathing satire that was published on May 22nd, 1902. The subject of this caricature is none other than Mr Digby Loder Armroid Jephson himself, affectionately nicknamed "The Lobster". With meticulous attention to detail and a keen eye for exaggeration, Ward portrays Jephson in all his eccentric glory. The artist masterfully emphasizes his prominent features - from his elongated nose to his exaggerated mustache - creating an instantly recognizable likeness. This piece exemplifies the power of political cartoons in their ability to critique societal figures through visual storytelling. Through clever symbolism and witty commentary, Ward exposes the flaws and idiosyncrasies of Mr Digby Loder Armroid Jephson with finesse. Now preserved within a private collection but made accessible through Look and Learn / Peter Jackson Collection archives, this artwork offers us a glimpse into the world of Victorian-era satire. It serves as a reminder that even over a century later, art continues to be an influential medium for social commentary and reflection on human nature.
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