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Cartoon, Political Skittles
Cartoon, Political Skittles -- ex-Prime Minister Gladstone bowls over his Tory rivals.
1879
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1879 Bowl Bowling Bowls Bryan Conservative Entracte Fact Gladstone Liberal Minister Opponents Opposition Parliament Prime Rivals Salisbury Satire Satirical Skittles Tory Humbug
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This political cartoon, titled "Gladstone, Skittles - An Entracte," was published in 1879 and created by the talented British artist Terry Parker. The image, available through Mary Evans Picture Library, offers a satirical take on the intense political rivalries of the Victorian era, specifically focusing on the Liberal Party's former Prime Minister, William E. Gladstone, and his Conservative opponents, including the future Prime Minister, Robert G. Salisbury, and prominent Tory MPs, such as Joseph Chamberlain and W.E. Forster. The cartoon depicts Gladstone, dressed in a bowler hat and holding a bowling ball, confidently bowling down his Tory rivals, who are represented as skittles, with expressions of shock and dismay. The title "Skittles" is a playful reference to the political game of bowls, as well as the term for the pins knocked down in the game, highlighting the fragility and insignificance of the Conservative opposition in the face of Gladstone's political prowess. The cartoon's satirical tone is further emphasized by the caption, which reads "Humbug! Brag! Fact! - An Entracte," suggesting that the political scene is a mere spectacle or entertainment, with the politicians engaging in empty rhetoric and posturing. The image serves as a humorous commentary on the political landscape of the late 1870s, offering a glimpse into the often contentious relationships between the various parties and their leaders. Overall, this political cartoon provides a fascinating insight into the political climate of the Victorian era, offering a humorous and insightful perspective on the intense rivalries and power struggles that defined the period. With its intricate details and clever use of symbolism, it remains a captivating work of satire and a testament to the enduring power of political cartoons as a means of commenting on the events and personalities of the day.
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