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After the Jubilee, 1887. Artist: Joseph Swain
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After the Jubilee, 1887. Artist: Joseph Swain
After the Jubilee, 1887. In a companion cartoon to that issued on 18th June 1887, the British Lion has to come back to reality after the celebration of Queen Victorias Golden Jubilee. From Punch, or the London Charivari, July 2, 1887
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British Lion Celebration Celebrations Disappointed Disappointment Golden Jubilee Heritage Image Partnership John Tenniel Joseph Swain Jubilee Queen Of Great Britain And Ireland Queen Victoria Royal Event Sir John Tenniel Swain Tenniel Victoria Allegorical Figure
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After the Jubilee, 1887
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is a captivating print that encapsulates the essence of Queen Victoria's Golden Jubilee celebration. Created by renowned artists Joseph Swain and John Tenniel, this monochrome engraving offers a satirical portrayal of the event. In this allegorical cartoon, we witness the British Lion, symbolizing Britain's strength and power, returning to reality after the grand festivities. The disappointment on its face reflects a stark contrast to the jubilant atmosphere that surrounded Queen Victoria's reign during her fifty-year rule. The image serves as a reminder that even amidst royal celebrations and pompous events, there lies an inherent sense of disillusionment. It captures the fleeting nature of such occasions and highlights how quickly one can be brought back down to earth from their momentary euphoria. With exquisite attention to detail characteristic of 19th-century caricature artistry, Swain masterfully depicts both disappointment and resignation in his work. The print transports us back in time to an era where satire was used as a means for social commentary. This heritage image partnership between Swain and Tenniel allows us to delve into history through visual storytelling. As we gaze upon this remarkable piece, we are reminded not only of Queen Victoria's reign but also of our own human tendency towards fleeting moments of joy followed by inevitable disappointments.
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