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The Hon Sidney Robert Greville (colour litho)
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The Hon Sidney Robert Greville (colour litho)
613007 The Hon Sidney Robert Greville (colour litho) by Ward, Leslie Matthew (Spy) (1851-1922); Private Collection; (add.info.: The Hon Sidney Robert Greville, A private secretary, 31 May 1900, Vanity Fair, cartoon); Look and Learn / Peter Jackson Collection
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The Hon Sidney Robert Greville - A Satirical Portrait of a Private Secretary
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. In this and scathing satirical drawing, we are transported back to the 31st of May, 1900. The artist, Leslie Matthew Ward (also known as Spy), presents us with a color lithograph that was originally published in Vanity Fair. This caricature depicts none other than The Hon Sidney Robert Greville. Greville, who served as a private secretary during this time, is portrayed in an exaggerated and comical manner. His features are emphasized to highlight his role as a subject for satire. With meticulous attention to detail and artistic flair, Ward captures the essence of Greville's character through clever exaggeration. The cartoonist's intention is clear - to provide biting social commentary on the political landscape of the era. Through this satirical lens, viewers are invited to reflect upon the inner workings of power dynamics within society. This particular print now resides in a private collection but has been made available for public appreciation thanks to Look and Learn / Peter Jackson Collection. It serves as both an artistic masterpiece and historical artifact – offering us insight into the world of political cartoons at the turn of the century. As we gaze upon this remarkable piece from Bridgeman Images' Fine Art Finder collection, we cannot help but marvel at its ability to transcend time and evoke laughter while provoking contemplation about our own contemporary socio-political climate.
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