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Cartoon, The Whitebait Dinner... at Greenwich
Cartoon, The Whitebait Dinner; or, Parties at Greenwich -- rival politicians encounter each other at the traditional summertime Whitebait Dinner in Greenwich, SE London. Lord Derby and Benjamin Disraeli are looking pleased with themselves after their success with the Reform Bill; William Gladstone and John Bright are looking less happy.
1867
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This 1867 cartoon, titled "The Whitebait Dinner; or, Parties at Greenwich," offers a vivid and satirical commentary on the political climate of the time, specifically the aftermath of the Reform Bill's success. The image depicts two rival politicians, Lord Derby and Benjamin Disraeli, basking in their triumph, their self-assured expressions and confident postures reflecting their newfound power. In contrast, William Gladstone and John Bright, both prominent Liberal MPs, appear less pleased, their body language and facial expressions conveying a sense of unease and disappointment. The setting of the cartoon is the traditional summertime Whitebait Dinner in Greenwich, a popular social event where politicians and other influential figures gathered. The Whitebait Dinner, with its reference to the small, edible fish, serves as an apt analogy for the political landscape of the time, with the various parties jostling for position and influence. The cartoon's details are rich with symbolism and humour. Derby and Disraeli are depicted wearing top hats, a symbol of their high social standing, while Gladstone and Bright are shown in more casual attire. Derby and Disraeli are seen puffing on cigars, a sign of their affluence and power, while Gladstone and Bright are left cigar-less. The presence of a ship in the background, reminiscent of Lord Nelson's HMS Trafalgar, adds to the historical and symbolic significance of the scene. The Whitebait Dinner cartoon provides a fascinating glimpse into the political dynamics of the 1860s, offering a humorous and insightful commentary on the rivalries, power struggles, and legislative achievements of the time. The image remains a valuable historical record of an era marked by significant political change and upheaval.
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