Greetings Card : Caricature of John Coleridge, Lord Chief Justice
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Caricature of John Coleridge, Lord Chief Justice
Caricature of John Duke Coleridge, 1st Baron Coleridge (), British lawyer, judge, and Lord Chief Justice of England. " Gilchrist? Gilchrist? Never heard of her." A comment on his question in court: " Who is Connie Gilchrist?" She was, in fact, quite a well known actress, dancer and singer.
1881
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Media ID 14309606
© Terry Parker / Mary Evans Picture Library
1881 Baron Bryan Chief Coleridge Connie Dancer Desk Entracte Gilchrist Glasses Ignorance Judge Justice Knowledge Lawyer Learned Legal Profession Question Singer Spectacles Lawcourt
Greetings Card (7"x5")
Add a touch of historical wit to your greetings with our exclusive range of caricature cards from the Media Storehouse. This charming design features a humorous depiction of John Duke Coleridge, 1st Baron Coleridge, a British lawyer, judge, and former Lord Chief Justice of England. Created by renowned caricaturist Terry Parker, this card is a delightful way to celebrate the life and legal career of this influential figure from the past. Perfect for birthday celebrations, professional milestones, or simply to brighten someone's day, our Media Storehouse Greetings Cards are sure to leave a lasting impression.
Folded Greeting Cards (12.5x17.5 cm) have a laminate finish and are supplied with an envelope. The front and inside can be personalised with text in a selection of fonts, layouts and colours.
Greetings Cards suitable for Birthdays, Weddings, Anniversaries, Graduations, Thank You and much more
Estimated Product Size is 17.5cm x 12.5cm (6.9" x 4.9")
These are individually made so all sizes are approximate
Artwork printed orientated as per the preview above, with landscape (horizontal) or portrait (vertical) orientation to match the source image.
EDITORS COMMENTS
This caricature depicts John Duke Coleridge, 1st Baron Coleridge (1820-1894), a prominent British lawyer, judge, and Lord Chief Justice of England, in the midst of a courtroom session. The image, created in the late 1880s, captures the essence of the Victorian era with its intricate details and satirical undertones. Coleridge is portrayed wearing the traditional wig and robes of a judge, complete with a fur-trimmed robe and ermine collar. He is seen leaning forward, intently listening to a question posed by someone out of the frame, his quizzical expression hinting at a moment of confusion. The question, "Who is Connie Gilchrist?", is scrawled across the bottom of the print, adding to the intrigue. Contrary to Coleridge's apparent ignorance, Connie Gilchrist was, in fact, a well-known actress, dancer, and singer of the time. Her fame was widespread, yet it seems to have eluded the learned judge in this moment. The caricature highlights the contrast between the world of entertainment and the world of law, and the occasional disconnect between the two. The setting is further enhanced by the presence of the ornate courtroom decor, including the judge's desk adorned with books and writing instruments, and the use of spectacles to emphasize Coleridge's scholarly demeanor. This print offers a glimpse into the past, providing a humorous and insightful look at the intersection of law, entertainment, and societal norms during the Victorian era.
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