John Coleridge Cartoon
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John Coleridge Cartoon
SIR JOHN DUKE COLERIDGE, Lord Chief Justice, caricatured after visiting America. Date: 1820 - 1894
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1820 1894 Caricatured Chief Coleridge Justice Visiting
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This caricature depicts Sir John Duke Coleridge (1820-1894), an esteemed British jurist who served as Lord Chief Justice of the King's Bench from 1862 until his retirement in 1891. The image, created between 1820 and 1894, captures Coleridge in a playful and humorous light following his visit to America. Born on March 26, 1820, in London, England, Coleridge was the son of the renowned poet and literary critic, Samuel Taylor Coleridge. He studied at Trinity College, Cambridge, and was called to the bar at the Inner Temple in 1846. Coleridge's legal career began in earnest, and he quickly rose through the ranks, becoming a King's Counsel in 1858 and a justice of the Queen's Bench in 1861. In this caricature, Coleridge is depicted wearing a top hat and a long robe, adorned with the insignia of his position as Lord Chief Justice. He is shown holding a cane and a map of America, suggesting his recent journey to the United States. The artist has added a touch of whimsy to the image, with Coleridge's oversized shoes and the exaggerated features of his face. Coleridge's visit to America was significant, as it came during a time of increasing Anglo-American tensions over issues such as slavery and the Oregon boundary dispute. His experiences in the United States likely influenced his judicial decisions and broader views on international relations. This caricature offers a glimpse into the personal side of a man who dedicated his life to the pursuit of justice. It serves as a reminder of the human element of history and the importance of understanding the lives and experiences of those who have come before us.
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