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Leap-Frog on a Level; or, Going Headlong to the Devil, satire on the Whig governments campaign to pass a Reform Bill in parliament, 1831 (engraving)
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Leap-Frog on a Level; or, Going Headlong to the Devil, satire on the Whig governments campaign to pass a Reform Bill in parliament, 1831 (engraving)
7148298 Leap-Frog on a Level; or, Going Headlong to the Devil, satire on the Whig governments campaign to pass a Reform Bill in parliament, 1831 (engraving) by Doyle, John (H.B.) (1797-1868) (after); Private Collection; (add.info.: Leap-Frog on a Level; or, Going Headlong to the Devil, satire on the Whig governments campaign to pass a Reform Bill in parliament, 1831. Illustration from A History of Parliamentary Elections and Electioneering from the Stuarts to Queen Victoria, by Joseph Grego (Chatto & Windus, London, 1892).); © Look and Learn
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The print titled "Leap-Frog on a Level; or, Going Headlong to the Devil" is a satirical engraving by John Doyle (H. B. ) that depicts the Whig government's campaign to pass a Reform Bill in parliament in 1831. This artwork was featured in Joseph Grego's book "A History of Parliamentary Elections and Electioneering from the Stuarts to Queen Victoria" published in 1892. The image captures the essence of political satire during the early 19th century. It portrays politicians as players engaged in a game of leap-frog, symbolizing their reckless pursuit of power without considering its consequences. The title itself suggests that this blind ambition may lead them straight into disaster. With great attention to detail and humor, Doyle highlights various elements related to elections and politics. The caricatured figures represent different politicians involved in electioneering, while symbols like ballot boxes and campaign posters adorn the scene. Through this visual commentary, Doyle critiques not only the government's push for reform but also mocks political gamesmanship as a whole. This engraving serves as both an amusing historical artifact and an insightful critique of British politics at that time. Its black-and-white composition adds depth to its satirical nature while capturing the essence of political theater during this period. Overall, "Leap-Frog on a Level; or, Going Headlong to the Devil" offers viewers a glimpse into past electoral practices while reminding us that political ambitions can sometimes have unintended consequences if pursued blindly.
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