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Cartoon, Lord Lytton and the drama critic
Cartoon, Lord Lytton (Robert Bulwer-Lytton) insinuates that if you want the good word of a dramatic critic, you should first give him a good supper!
1884
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1884 Acte Bribe Bribery Bryan Bulwer Critic Critics Dinner Drama Dramatic Entr Entracte Lytton Supper December
A2 (59.4 x 42cm) Poster Print
Bring a touch of historical wit to your walls with our exclusive Media Storehouse Poster Prints featuring this charming cartoon from Mary Evans Picture Library. Dating back to 1884, this humorous illustration captures the essence of the relationship between Lord Lytton (Robert Bulwer-Lytton) and a dramatic critic. With Lord Lytton insinuating that the way to a critic's good review is through a well-prepared supper, this print offers a fascinating glimpse into the past. Add this captivating piece to your collection and enjoy a daily dose of humor and history.
A2 Poster (59.4 x 42cm, 23.4" x 16.5" inches) printed on 170gsm Satin Poster Paper. Securely packaged, rolled and inserted into a strong mailing tube and shipped tracked. Poster Prints are of comparable archival quality to our Photographic prints, they are simply printed on thinner Poster Paper. Whilst we only use Photographic Prints in our frames, you can frame Poster Prints if they are carefully supported to prevent sagging over time.
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Estimated Image Size (if not cropped) is 42cm x 55.8cm (16.5" x 22")
Estimated Product Size is 42cm x 59.4cm (16.5" x 23.4")
These are individually made so all sizes are approximate
Artwork printed orientated as per the preview above, with portrait (vertical) orientation to match the source image.
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EDITORS COMMENTS
This intriguing cartoon from the late Victorian era, dated December 13, 1884, captures the essence of the theatrical world's intricate relationships and potential for corruption. The image features Lord Lytton, the renowned British statesman and author, insinuatingly offering a dramatic critic, believed to be Alfred Bryan, a sumptuous supper in exchange for favorable criticism. The scene takes place in a dimly lit room adorned with theatrical paraphernalia, including a playbill and a pair of binoculars, emphasizing the connection between the stage and the illicit deal. Lord Lytton, with his distinctive beard and serious expression, is seen extending a platter laden with delicious food towards the critic, who sits at a table, pens in hand and a thoughtful expression on his face. The cartoonist, through this satirical image, highlights the prevalent issue of bribery in the theatre world, where the power to make or break a production often rested in the hands of the dramatic critics. The use of the term "entracte," which refers to a pause or intermission in a theatrical performance, adds to the overall theatricality of the image. This print offers a fascinating glimpse into the behind-the-scenes world of the London theatre scene during the 1880s.
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