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Cartoon, The Queen and the Bar (Gaiety)

Cartoon, The Queen and the Bar (Gaiety). Queen Victoria rides past the Gaiety Theatre, London, in an open carriage.
1882

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1882 Bryan Cheer Cheering Crowds Entracte Gaiety Satire Satirical Veil


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This cartoon print, titled "The Queen and the Bar (Gaiety)" by John Brown and Alfred Bryan, depicts a satirical moment in Victorian London's history. The image captures Queen Victoria riding past the Gaiety Theatre in an open carriage during an enactment of an entracte, a theatrical intermission, in 1882. The Queen, dressed in her regal attire and wearing a veil to conceal her identity, is surrounded by a sea of people, all eager to catch a glimpse of their monarch. The crowd is a bustling mass of excitement, with some individuals even hoisting pints of beer in the air, cheering and shouting "Hooray!" in jubilant celebration. The Gaiety Theatre, a popular entertainment venue of the time, is depicted in the background, with its ornate facade and marquee proudly displaying the name of the theatre. The bar, located just outside the theatre, is also visible, adding to the lively atmosphere of the scene. The cartoonist's use of satire is evident in the way the Queen appears to be nonchalantly ignoring the rowdy crowd and the bar, as if she is above such common pleasures. The humour in the print lies in the contrast between the refined, regal figure of the Queen and the boisterous, working-class crowd, all united in their enthusiasm for the theatre and a drink at the bar. This print offers a fascinating glimpse into the social and cultural fabric of Victorian London, capturing the spirit of the era through its satirical portrayal of the monarchy and the people.

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