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Cartoon, Gladstone and the Irish Vote
Cartoon, Gladstone and the Irish Vote - Sold to Lord Salisbury. He ll be sorry he bought it at the price!
1885
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1885 Acte Bryan Conservative Entr Entracte Gladstone Liberal Pigs Price Rule Salisbury Sold Tory Vote December
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This political cartoon, entitled "Cartoon, Gladstone and the Irish Vote - Sold to Lord Salisbury. He'll be sorry he bought it at the price!" dates back to December 12, 1885, during the late Victorian era of the 1880s. The cartoon, published during a pivotal moment in British politics, satirically depicts two prominent figures of the time: William E. Gladstone, a Liberal statesman, and the Conservative leader, Robert Gascoyne-Cecil, Marquess of Salisbury. Gladstone, wearing a top hat and holding a pig labeled "Home Rule for Ireland," is shown selling the pig to Salisbury, who is seen holding a sack of gold coins. The pig, a common symbol for Ireland in political cartoons of the era, represents the contentious issue of Irish home rule, a proposed self-governance bill for Ireland that was a major point of contention between the Liberal and Conservative parties. The cartoon's caption plays on the idea of a buyer's remorse, implying that Salisbury, having purchased the Irish issue from Gladstone, will soon regret his decision. This cartoon, with its intricate details and sharp political commentary, offers a fascinating glimpse into the dynamic and often contentious world of 19th-century British politics. The cartoonist's skillful use of symbolism and satire effectively captures the tensions between the Liberal and Conservative parties, as well as the broader political climate of the time. This piece of history is a must-have for any collection focusing on British politics during the late Victorian era.
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