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Fine Art Print : Cartoon, A Slow Cab-inet (Disraeli)
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Cartoon, A Slow Cab-inet (Disraeli)
Cartoon, A Slow Cab-inet -- a satirical comment on the slow progress of parliamentary business since the Conservative Party won the General Election. Benjamin Disraeli is depicted as a cabman falling asleep and letting his horses reins drop, while his passenger Mrs Britannia tries to wake him up and move him on. Her luggage on top of the cab represents Reforms and Bills waiting to be dealt with. Date: 1874
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1874 Analogy Benjamin Comment Conservative Disraeli Dizzy Metaphor Parliament Satire Satirical Tory
A2 (42x59cm) Fine Art Print
Introducing the captivating addition to our Media Storehouse Fine Art Prints collection: "A Slow Cab-inet (Disraeli)" by Rights Managed from Mary Evans Prints Online. This satirical cartoon, created in the mid-19th century, offers a humorous commentary on the slow progress of parliamentary business following the Conservative Party's victory in the General Election. Each print is meticulously produced using high-quality materials and vibrant colors, ensuring a stunning visual representation of this historical piece. Bring a touch of wit and history into your home or office with this unique and intriguing piece from our Media Storehouse Fine Art Prints range.
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Estimated Image Size (if not cropped) is 42cm x 54cm (16.5" x 21.3")
Estimated Product Size is 42cm x 59.4cm (16.5" x 23.4")
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Artwork printed orientated as per the preview above, with portrait (vertical) orientation to match the source image.
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this satirical cartoon from 1874, published during the Victorian era, offers a scathing commentary on the slow progress of parliamentary business following the Conservative Party's victory in the General Election. The cartoon features Benjamin Disraeli, the Conservative Prime Minister, depicted as a cabman named "Disraeli" who has fallen asleep at the reins of his cab, while his passenger, personified as "Mrs. Britannia," tries to rouse him from his slumber. The weighty luggage atop the cab symbolizes the numerous Reforms and Bills that have been piling up, awaiting attention. The metaphorical use of a cab and cabman in this cartoon is an effective analogy for the government and its leader. Disraeli's drowsiness represents the perceived inaction and lethargy of the Conservative government, while Mrs. Britannia's efforts to wake him up symbolize the public's demand for progress and action. The image is both comic and humorous, but it also carries a serious undertone, highlighting the public's frustration with the slow pace of political change. The cartoon was published in 1874, during the 1870s, a time of significant political change and social upheaval in Britain. The use of satire and metaphor in political cartoons was a common way to comment on the events of the day and engage the public in political discourse. This particular cartoon, with its striking imagery and clever use of analogy, offers a fascinating glimpse into the political climate of the time and the public's perception of their leaders.
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