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Caricature of Coquelin and Gambetta
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Caricature of Coquelin and Gambetta
Caricature of Benoit-Constant Coquelin (1841-1909), leading French actor, and Leon Gambetta (1838-1882), leading French politician. Comedy and Politics.
1882
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1882 Benoit Bottle Bryan Comedy Constant Coquelin Entracte Gambetta Leading Leon
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This caricature depicts two of the most influential figures of 19th century France: Benoit-Constant Coquelin, a leading French actor, and Léon Gambetta, a prominent politician. The image, created in the 1880s during an entracte or intermission at the Théâtre-Lyrique in Paris, captures the essence of the unique bond between comedy and politics during this era. Coquelin, dressed in theatrical attire and holding a bottle of wine, is shown in a jovial mood, perhaps enjoying a moment of respite before returning to the stage. His expressive face and exaggerated features are typical of the caricature style of the time, adding to the playful nature of the image. Across the table, Gambetta, dressed in a formal suit and smoking a pipe, is deep in thought. The serious expression on his face contrasts sharply with Coquelin's lighthearted demeanor, yet there is a sense of camaraderie between the two men. This caricature highlights the unusual alliance between the worlds of comedy and politics in France during the late Victorian era. The image offers a glimpse into the lives of these two influential figures, who, despite coming from different spheres, were known to have a mutual respect and admiration for each other. The caricature also serves as a reminder of the power of humor and the role it played in bringing people together, even in the most unlikely of settings.
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