Love Of Money Collection

Victorian satire, Principle and Interest
Vintage engraving of Victorian satire, Principle and Interest. Clergyman tempted by the devil with power and money

The Fool makes money when the wise man begs
Vintage engraving of a victorian satirical cartoon, 19th Century. The Satires of Cynicus. The Fool makes money when the wise man begs; Just so - It was a goose that laid the golden eggs

La Fontaines Fables - Miser who lost his treasure
Vintage engraving from La Fontaines Fables, Illustraed by Gustave Dore. The Miser who lost his treasure

Rothschild, Illustration for Le Rire (colour litho)
2804799 Rothschild, Illustration for Le Rire (colour litho) by Leandre, Charles (1862-1934); Private Collection; (add.info.: Rothschild, Illustration for Le Rire)

Sing a Song of Sixpence - King was in his counting house
Vintage engraving from Sing a Song of Sixpence a well-known English nursery rhyme, originating in the 18th century. The King was in his counting house, Counting out his money

Ingot is my trust, Satire on value on gold and money
Vintage engraving of a Ingot is my trust, Satire on value on gold and money

Victorian satirical cartoon, pennys mightier than the sword
Vintage engraving of a Victorian satirical cartoon. Why should we spurn the misers hoard, Or lightly from us riches fling? The pennys mightier than the sword, and Little earning is a dangerous thing

Victorian satirical cartoon on excess of wealth
Vintage engraving of a Victorian satirical cartoon on excess of wealth. For one who dies for want of bread, A thousand perish overfed; and there, alas

Victorian satire, Though States and Empires be o erthrown
Vintage engraving of Victorian satire, Though States and Empires be o erthrown, and Kingdoms crumble down; We care not while we proudly own A sovereign and a Crown !

Victorian satirical cartoon Fond of Change
Vintage engraving of a victorian satirical cartoon, 19th Century. The Satires of Cynicus. Miser Fond of Change

Victorian satirical cartoon, The Way of the World
Vintage engraving of a victorian satirical cartoon, 19th Century. The Way of the World. The loss of friends, of home, of credit, social bliss, Good name and reputatio all - are shewn in this

Woman licking one hundred dollar bill (Enhancement)

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In the realm of Victorian satire, the love of money takes center stage. From La Fontaine's Fables to Rothschild's illustrations, this timeless theme explores the intricate relationship between principle and interest. As we delve into these satirical tales, we encounter The Fool who cunningly makes money while the wise man begs. In Sing a Song of Sixpence, the King finds solace in his counting house, highlighting society's obsession with wealth accumulation. But beware. As depicted in Le Rire's color litho, even misers can lose their treasures when consumed by greed. This cautionary tale reminds us that our trust should not solely rest on ingots and gold. Victorian satirical cartoons further expose the power dynamics surrounding money. Pennies prove mightier than swords as they symbolize how even small amounts can wield immense influence over individuals and societies alike. Excesses of wealth are also scrutinized through these caricatures. They serve as mirrors reflecting a society where opulence reigns supreme but often at the expense of morality and compassion. Yet amidst all this satire lies an underlying truth: though states crumble and empires fall, our infatuation with money remains unwavering. Fondness for change becomes a driving force as illustrated in another Victorian cartoon - it seems that no amount is ever enough. Ultimately, these artistic expressions remind us to question our priorities and values. Are we truly defined by our riches or do we possess something more profound? Perhaps it is time to reflect on what truly matters beyond mere monetary gain – for love of money alone may lead us astray like the Miser who lost his treasure in La Fontaine's fable once again.