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The Vaux and the Grapes, 1835. Creator: John Doyle
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The Vaux and the Grapes, 1835. Creator: John Doyle
The Vaux and the Grapes. 1835. Lord Brougham, 1st Baron Brougham and Vaux portrayed as a fox. The play on words in the title connects his name with one of Aesops fables. British politician Henry Brougham (1778-1868) served as Lord High Chancellor from 1830 to 1834. Satirical cartoon by H.B. (John Doyle). [Thomas McLean, London, 1835]
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The Vaux and the Grapes, 1835
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is a satirical cartoon print created by John Doyle. The artwork portrays British politician Henry Brougham, 1st Baron Brougham and Vaux, as a fox. The title of the print cleverly connects his name with one of Aesop's fables, adding an element of humor to the depiction. Henry Brougham served as Lord High Chancellor from 1830 to 1834 and was known for his political influence in Britain during the 19th century. In this caricature, he is depicted as a cunning fox surrounded by grapes. This imagery alludes to Aesop's fable about the fox who couldn't reach the grapes and then claimed they were sour anyway. The artist, John Doyle (also known as H. B. ), skillfully captures Brougham's likeness while infusing it with wit and satire. Through this cartoonish portrayal, Doyle highlights certain aspects of Brougham's character or actions that may have been subject to public criticism or amusement at that time. This lithograph serves not only as a humorous commentary on politics but also showcases Doyle's artistic talent in capturing both physical resemblance and symbolic meaning within his work. "The Vaux and the Grapes" provides insight into political satire during the nineteenth century while offering viewers an opportunity to reflect on timeless themes such as ambition, power dynamics, and human nature itself.
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