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Punch cartoon: Manchester-sur-Mer. A Sea-Ductive Prospect - the Manchester Ship Canal (engraving)
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Punch cartoon: Manchester-sur-Mer. A Sea-Ductive Prospect - the Manchester Ship Canal (engraving)
6034951 Punch cartoon: Manchester-sur-Mer. A Sea-Ductive Prospect - the Manchester Ship Canal (engraving) by English School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Punch cartoon: Manchester-sur-Mer. A Sea-Ductive Prospect - the Manchester Ship Canal. Illustration for Punch, Volume 83, July - December 1882.); Look and Learn / George Collection
Media ID 22887652
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This engraving from the 19th century depicts a Punch cartoon titled "Manchester-sur-Mer. A Sea-Ductive Prospect - the Manchester Ship Canal". The artwork, part of a private collection, showcases the satirical genius of English School artists during that era. The illustration, originally published in Punch magazine in 1882, humorously portrays an allegorical figure representing Manchester and its industrial might. Amidst a backdrop of factories with towering chimneys billowing smoke, this caricatured city is depicted as a bustling port on par with seaside towns like Manchester-sur-Mer. The artist cleverly highlights both the benefits and drawbacks of industrialization through symbolism. While showcasing the economic growth brought by shipping and industry along the Manchester Ship Canal, it also hints at issues such as pollution caused by factories. Intriguingly, amidst this scene dominated by adults and their concerns over progress and politics, there is a child playing innocently in the foreground. This juxtaposition suggests that even amid rapid development and societal changes, childhood innocence remains untouched. With its scathing satire presented through whimsical cartoons like this one, Punch magazine played an influential role in shaping public opinion during Victorian Britain. This particular print serves as a reminder of how art can be used to comment on social issues while entertaining audiences simultaneously. Overall, this historical engraving offers us not only a glimpse into British political climate but also invites contemplation about progress's impact on society – all wrapped up within an amusing visual narrative.
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