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Cartoon portrait, GEORGE JOACHIM GOSCHEN
Cartoon portrait, GEORGE JOACHIM GOSCHEN, 1st VISCOUNT GOSCHEN MP, as a parrot on a perch, whose allegiances shift from Conservative to Liberal according to circumstances. Date: 1881
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1881 Choices Circumstances Conservative Deciding Goschen Joachim Liberal Parrot Parrots Perch Punch Scales Shift Surprised Viscount
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This intriguing cartoon portrait captures the political agility and unpredictability of George Joachim Goschen, 1st Viscount Goschen MP, through the whimsical image of him transformed into a parrot perched on a scale. Dating back to 1881, this caricature reflects the late Victorian era's political climate and the shifting alliances of the time. George Joachim Goschen (1831-1907) was a prominent British politician who served in various Cabinets under both Conservative and Liberal administrations. His political career spanned over four decades, and his allegiances seemed to shift according to circumstances, earning him the nickname "The Parrot of Paradise." In this playful illustration, Goschen is depicted as a parrot, symbolizing his ability to mimic the political party in power and adapt to the prevailing winds. The surprised expression on his face and the scales beneath him emphasize the idea of him weighing his choices and making decisions based on the circumstances. The parrot's vibrant plumage and the punchline "Deciding which way to jump" further underscore the political volatility and unpredictability of the time. This 1880s caricature is a testament to the political landscape of the late Victorian era, where shifting alliances and party lines were common, and politicians like Goschen were known for their ability to adapt and maneuver in the ever-changing political landscape. The image of a parrot on a perch, with its bright colors and unexpected transformation, serves as a fitting metaphor for the political career of George Joachim Goschen.
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