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Cartoon, Miss Britannias Next New Doll (Shah of Persia)
Cartoon, Miss Britannias Next New Doll -- a satirical comment on the popularity of the Shah of Persia, at the time making a tour of the European continent. This is seen to be taking attention away from other prominent figures such as William Gladstone, Liberal Prime Minister, seen here as a discarded doll sitting on a chair, and the Tichborne Claimant, lying on the floor to the right. Date: 1873
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1873 Analogy Britannia Comment Focus Gladstone Interest Liberal Limelight Metaphor Parliament Publicity Satire Satirical Miss
Greetings Card (7"x5")
Introducing the charming and satirical selection from Media Storehouse's Greetings Cards range. This delightful design features "Miss Britannia's Next New Doll" by Rights Managed from Mary Evans Prints Online. A witty commentary on the popularity of the Shah of Persia during his European tour, this cartoon is sure to bring a smile to your recipient's face. Our high-quality greeting cards are perfect for any occasion, and this unique design is certain to make your message stand out. Add a touch of humor and history to your correspondence with Media Storehouse's exclusive collection.
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.
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Estimated Product Size is 17.5cm x 12.5cm (6.9" x 4.9")
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Artwork printed orientated as per the preview above, with landscape (horizontal) or portrait (vertical) orientation to match the source image.
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Miss Britannia's Next New Doll: A Satirical Comment on the Popularity of the Shah of Persia in Victorian Politics (1873) This intriguing political cartoon, titled "Miss Britannia's Next New Doll," offers a scathing satirical commentary on the shifting focus of public interest and media attention during the late 1870s. The cartoon, published in 1873, depicts a grand ballroom setting, where Miss Britannia, personified as a regal woman, stands in the center, surrounded by various prominent figures of the time. Intriguingly, the Shah of Persia, who was making a tour of Europe at the time, has captured Miss Britannia's attention, as she gazes admiringly at him while holding his hand. The satire is further emphasized by the presence of other figures in the room. To the left, we see the Liberal Prime Minister, William Gladstone, sitting dejectedly on a chair, seemingly discarded and forgotten. To the right, the Tichborne Claimant, a man who had falsely claimed to be the rightful heir to the Earl of Tichborne, lies on the floor, ignored and overlooked. The use of dolls as metaphors for these figures underscores the notion that public interest and media coverage are fleeting and easily swayed. This cartoon serves as an insightful analogy for the political climate of the time, highlighting the capricious nature of public attention and the power dynamics that shaped Victorian politics. The Shah of Persia's European tour had captured the imagination of the public, drawing attention away from other prominent figures and issues, much to the chagrin of those left in the shadows. The cartoon's enduring relevance lies in its ability to shed light on the ever-changing tides of public interest and the role of media in shaping our collective consciousness.
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