Cartoon, Why should these two be committed for Trial?

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Cartoon, Why should these two be committed for Trial?

Cartoon, Why should these two interesting Gentlemen be committed for Trial?
1879

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© Terry Parker / Mary Evans Picture Library

1879 Bryan Committed Dapper Gentlemen Interesting Smart Trial

EDITORS COMMENTS
Why should these two interesting Gentlemen, with their smart and dapper Victorian attire, be committed for Trial in this intriguing 1879 cartoon by Terry Parker? The answer lies not in any criminal activity, but rather in the satirical commentary of the era's social norms and politics. The gentleman on the left, identified as Alfred, is depicted with a top hat and cane, symbolizing wealth and status. His companion, Bryan, wears a bowler hat and carries a briefcase, representing the emerging middle class. The caption above them reads, "Alfred: I say, Bryan, I've just bought a new yacht. Bryan: I say, Alfred, I've just bought a new bicycle." This cartoon highlights the growing divide between the wealthy elite and the emerging middle class, with their differing leisure activities representing their disparate social standings. The use of humor and exaggerated caricatures adds to the satirical commentary, making it a fascinating glimpse into the social dynamics of the 1870s. The two gentlemen's commitment for trial is metaphorical, as they are being judged by society for their social class and the resulting lifestyle differences. The cartoon serves as a reminder of the complex social hierarchies and tensions that existed during this period, making it an important historical artifact worth examining.

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