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The Irish Ogre Fattening on the Finest Pisantry, 1843
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The Irish Ogre Fattening on the Finest Pisantry, 1843
The Irish Ogre Fattening on the Finest Pisantry, 1843. Daniel O Connell (1775-1847) The Liberator, leader of the Repeal (of union with Britain) movement, shown growing fat on his supporters. Cartoon from Punch. (London, 1843)
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The Irish Ogre Fattening on the Finest Pisantry, 1843
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is a powerful political cartoon that encapsulates the turbulent relationship between Ireland and Britain in the 19th century. Created by Daniel O'Connell, this satirical engraving depicts O'Connell himself as an obese ogre, feasting upon his own supporters who are symbolized as bowls of soup. O'Connell, known as "The Liberator" was a prominent leader of the Repeal movement which sought to end British rule over Ireland. However, this cartoon portrays him as a gluttonous figure exploiting his followers for personal gain. The ladle he wields represents his control over their fate and highlights the concept of exploitation within politics. The artist's use of caricature exaggerates O'Connell's physical appearance to emphasize not only his greed but also his ill health due to excessive indulgence. This portrayal serves as both a critique of O'Connell's leadership style and a commentary on the state of Irish independence at that time. Through its black and white monochrome palette, this print captures the stark realities faced by Ireland during this period. It reflects the struggles endured by ordinary people while their leaders seemingly thrived off their support. "The Irish Ogre Fattening on the Finest Pisantry" stands as a testament to how political propaganda can shape public perception and expose underlying tensions within society. It serves as a reminder that even those fighting for freedom can succumb to corruption and lose sight of
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