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Higgledy-Piggledy, or a Domestic Republic 1849. Gentleman facing a revolt by his wife, children, housekeepper and servants. Handcoloured etching by John Leech from Follies of the Year, from Punchos Pocket Books, Bradbury, London, 1864
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Higgledy-Piggledy, or a Domestic Republic 1849. Gentleman facing a revolt by his wife, children, housekeepper and servants. Handcoloured etching by John Leech from Follies of the Year, from Punchos Pocket Books, Bradbury, London, 1864
FLO4995421 Higgledy-Piggledy, or a Domestic Republic 1849. Gentleman facing a revolt by his wife, children, housekeepper and servants. Handcoloured etching by John Leech from Follies of the Year, from Punchos Pocket Books, Bradbury, London, 1864.; (add.info.: Higgledy-Piggledy, or a Domestic Republic 1849. Gentleman facing a revolt by his wife, children, housekeepper and servants. Handcoloured etching by John Leech from Follies of the Year, from Punchos Pocket Books, Bradbury, London, 1864.); © Florilegius
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In this satirical and humorous print titled "Higgledy-Piggledy, or a Domestic Republic 1849," we see a gentleman facing a full-blown revolt by his wife, children, housekeeper, and servants. The scene is chaotic as the family members and household staff have barricaded themselves behind makeshift barriers, holding up placards in protest.
The artist John Leech captures the absurdity of the situation with his scathing satire and exaggerated characters. The gentleman appears bewildered and overwhelmed by the uprising happening within his own home. His once orderly domestic life has been turned upside down as everyone around him demands change.
This Victorian comedy highlights the power dynamics within a household and pokes fun at traditional gender roles and societal expectations. The image is filled with details that invite viewers to explore every corner of the scene, from the expressions on each character's face to the humorous signs they hold.
Overall, this hand-colored etching from Punch's Pocket Books offers a witty commentary on family life and revolutionizes our understanding of what it means to maintain order in a domestic setting. It serves as a reminder that even in seemingly peaceful households, rebellion can brew beneath the surface.
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