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Cartoons Collection (page 6)

Cartoons have long been a beloved form of entertainment, captivating audiences with their whimsical and often satirical depictions of the world around us

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Cartoons Collection: Consular coachmanship
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Cartoons Collection: Dog and British Wasp
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Cartoons Collection: The Clothes Season for Tourists
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Cartoons Collection: A Tip for the Holidays
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Cartoons Collection: Arthur Moreland
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Cartoons Collection: 1804 / Pitt as Weathercock
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Cartoons Collection: British in Palestine
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Cartoons Collection: John Bull / 2 Humbugs / 1830
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Cartoons Collection: Drinking / Ally Sloper
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Cartoons Collection: Ww1 / 1915 / German Optimism
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Cartoons Collection: After the Fete / Bismarck
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Cartoons Collection: Smoke Makers / Punch / Poll
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Cartoons Collection: Review in the Tatler
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Cartoons Collection: Britain / Cartoon / Reform
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Cartoons Collection: 1869 / Gladstone / Peerages
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Cartoons Collection: George IV as Coriolanus
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Cartoons Collection: Republican St Patrick s
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Cartoons Collection: Ww1 Cartoon / Haircut 1916
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Cartoons Collection: Wagner / Faustin
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Cartoons Collection: Wagner / Materna / Kikeriki
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Cartoons Collection: Where is Britannia? 1867
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Cartoons Collection: Happy Schoolboy Days
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Cartoons Collection: Cartoon of London Treaty
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Cartoons Collection: Uncle Sam Repels Chinese
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Cartoons Collection: Tariff Reform Needed
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Cartoons Collection: Sitting on Volcano
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Cartoons Collection: Wagner / Gill / L eclipse
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Cartoons Collection: Germans Drown John Bull
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Cartoons Collection: German U-Boats
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Cartoons Collection: Matrimonial harmonics
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Cartoons Collection: A woman too fat for the donkey ride (colour litho)
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Cartoons Collection: Cartoon, A Good Offer (Garibaldi and the Pope)
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Cartoons Collection: Cartoon, Specimens from Mr Punchs Industrial Exhibition
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Cartoons Collection: Poker and Tongs, Punch cartoon concerning naval rivalry between Britain
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Cartoons Collection: Political poster, Free Trade versus Fair Trade
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Cartoons Collection: Cartoon, Excelsior! (Suffragist as Sisyphus)
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Cartoons Collection: Cartoon, The Macmillion (Andrew Carnegie)
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Cartoons Collection: A Transparent Dodge, cartoon
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Cartoons Collection: Charles Darwin Plaque, c. 1870 (ceramic)
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Cartoons Collection: J B Hopkins (engraving)
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Cartoons Collection: The Treaty of Versailles
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Cartoons Collection: Victorian satirical cartoon, Drunk man in a bar, 19th Century
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Cartoons Collection: Victorian satirical cartoon, Depression hiding behind a smiling mask
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Cartoons Collection: Victorian satirical cartoon, The pursuit of pleasure, 19th Century
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Cartoons Collection: Victorian satirical cartoon, Author and the Publisher
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Cartoons Collection: Victorian satirical cartoon, Brothers of the Brush, Artist and cleaners
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Cartoons Collection: Victorian satire, rich landlord evicting poor tenants
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Cartoons Collection: Victorian satire, Principle and Interest


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Cartoons have long been a beloved form of entertainment, captivating audiences with their whimsical and often satirical depictions of the world around us. Dating back to as early as the 18th century, they have evolved from simple illustrations to complex visual narratives that convey powerful messages. One iconic moment in cartoon history is the Tatler cover featuring Walt Disney in 1930. This groundbreaking illustration showcased Disney's rising influence in the animation industry and foreshadowed his future success with characters like Mickey Mouse. Another notable figure in cartoon history is Cecil Rhodes, whose political cartoons during the late 19th century provided biting social commentary on imperialism and colonialism. His thought-provoking drawings challenged societal norms and sparked important conversations about power dynamics. The works of W. Heath Robinson also deserve recognition for their intricate and imaginative designs. Known for his elaborate contraptions, Robinson's drawings often depicted fantastical inventions that blended humor with engineering prowess. Speaking of Robinsons, William Heath Robinson's "Pea Apparatus" stands out as a prime example of his ingenious creativity. This comical drawing showcases an overly complicated machine designed solely for shelling peas - a humorous take on human ingenuity taken to absurd extremes. Moving onto political satire, Duke Wellington/Paul Pry's caricatures were immensely popular during the early 19th century. These witty illustrations lampooned prominent figures of the time and offered a lighthearted perspective on politics and society. H. M Bateman's "The Favourite Wins" exemplifies how they are capture both humor and drama simultaneously. This particular piece depicts a horse race where unexpected events unfold, leaving viewers amused by Bateman's skillful storytelling through visuals alone. Lloyd George/Vanity Fair was another significant contribution to political cartooning during World War I era Britain. These satirical portrayals shed light on key players such as Lloyd George himself while providing insightful commentary on wartime policies and public sentiment.