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Blind-Mans Buff, 1888. Artist: Joseph Swain
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Blind-Mans Buff, 1888. Artist: Joseph Swain
Blind-Mans Buff, 1888. The policeman faces insurmountable odds in his attempts to catch the many villains operating on the streets of Britains towns and cities. This was the year also of Jack the Ripper and the failure of the police to find the guilty man led to them being less than flattering coverage in the newspapers of the day. From Punch, or the London Charivari, September 22, 1888
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Blind-Man's Buff, 1888 - A Glimpse into the Perils of Policing in Victorian England
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. This photo print, titled "Blind-Man's Buff" created by Joseph Swain and John Tenniel, offers a thought-provoking glimpse into the challenges faced by policemen in late 19th century Britain. Set against the backdrop of Jack the Ripper's reign of terror, this artwork symbolizes the seemingly insurmountable odds that law enforcement officers encountered while attempting to apprehend numerous villains lurking on the streets. In this satirical cartoon from Punch or The London Charivari, published on September 22nd, 1888, we witness a caricatured policeman blindfolded and clueless amidst a chaotic game of Blind-Man's Buff. This clever representation not only highlights the incompetence attributed to law enforcement during that era but also serves as biting criticism towards their failure to bring Jack the Ripper to justice. The monochrome engraving captures both humor and frustration as it showcases an overwhelmed officer desperately trying to catch elusive criminals. With its black-and-white aesthetic evoking a sense of nostalgia for nineteenth-century England, this print reminds us of our heritage and provides valuable insight into how society perceived crime-fighting at that time. Through this powerful image, Swain invites viewers to reflect upon notions such as failure, occupation, and criminality within Victorian society. It serves as a reminder that even those tasked with upholding law and order can face daunting
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