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Sketches from Australia in Relation to the Tichborne Case (engraving)
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Sketches from Australia in Relation to the Tichborne Case (engraving)
1057665 Sketches from Australia in Relation to the Tichborne Case (engraving) by Boot, William Henry James (1848-1918) (after); Private Collection; (add.info.: Sketches from Australia in Relation to the Tichborne Case. Illustration for The Graphic, 27 January 1872.); Look and Learn / Illustrated Papers Collection
Media ID 22224426
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Butcher Castro Claimant Fraud Lived Relation Relationship Relationships Tichborne Case Tichborne Claimant Wagga Wagga
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This print titled "Sketches from Australia in Relation to the Tichborne Case" takes us back to a significant moment in history. The engraving, created by William Henry James Boot, offers a glimpse into the infamous Tichborne Case that gripped public attention in 19th-century England. The image showcases various sketches depicting scenes related to the case. We see an Australian shop where the Tichborne claimant resided and worked as a butcher. The architecture of this humble establishment reflects the modesty of his life during this period. Nearby stands a small hut, perhaps symbolizing the contrast between his previous aristocratic lifestyle and his current circumstances. The Tichborne Case itself was centered around Arthur Orton, who claimed to be Sir Roger Tichborne, an English baronet presumed dead after disappearing at sea years earlier. This controversial claim sparked intense debate and legal battles over identity and inheritance rights. These sketches provide valuable insight into not only the physical surroundings but also shed light on relationships formed during this time. It is fascinating to observe how individuals like Castro (depicted here) were connected to the claimant's life in Wagga Wagga, Australia. Through this evocative print from Bridgeman Images' Fine Art Finder collection, we are transported back in time to witness one of history's most intriguing cases of fraud and mistaken identity - forever etched within these remarkable engravings.
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