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Extraordinary Mildness of the Political Season
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Extraordinary Mildness of the Political Season
532233 Extraordinary Mildness of the Political Season : Disraeli congratulating Gladstone on Sovereigns speech at Opening of Parliament. Both have a birch behind them to start beating the other as soon as the Session gets underway. John Tenniel cartoon from Punch, 27 February 1869, making fun of the animosity between the two men. Engraving. by Tenniel, John (1820-1914); Universal History Archive/UIG; English, out of copyright
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1869 Animosity Beating Behind Birch Congratulating Disraeli Extraordinary February Gladstone John Making Minister Opening Parliament Prime Punch Session Sovereign Speech Start Tenniel Underway
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In this intriguing historical photo print, we are transported back to the political landscape of 1869. The image captures a moment of unexpected camaraderie between two prominent British statesmen, Benjamin Disraeli and William Gladstone. Titled "Extraordinary Mildness of the Political Season" the photograph showcases an engraving by renowned artist John Tenniel. The scene unfolds at the opening of Parliament, where both Disraeli and Gladstone stand side by side. However, what catches our attention is not their shared position but rather the peculiar birch behind them. This seemingly innocent prop holds a deeper meaning - it symbolizes their readiness to engage in physical confrontation as soon as the session commences. Tenniel's cartoon from Punch magazine humorously mocks the animosity that existed between these two politicians. Despite their public rivalry, here they appear congenial and even congratulatory towards each other on Sovereigns speech. It is almost as if they have momentarily set aside their differences for this occasion. This image offers us a glimpse into a time when politics could be both fierce and theatrical. It reminds us that beneath all political disagreements lies a shared humanity capable of transcending personal rivalries for brief moments of unity. Bridgeman Images has preserved this remarkable piece from history through Fine Art Finder, allowing us to appreciate its artistic value while reflecting on how political dynamics have evolved over time.
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