Photographic Print : Cartoon, Lord Garmoyle in India
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Cartoon, Lord Garmoyle in India
Cartoon, Lord Garmoyle -- in India. Very hot here, but it would be hotter at home! Arthur William Cairns, Lord Garmoyle (1861-1890), was in trouble with his father over debts, and had also broken off an engagement with May Fortescue, actress and singer.
1884
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Media ID 14401062
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1884 Arthur Boater Bryan Cairns Colonies Debts Engagement Entracte Exile Exiled Fortescue Satire Satirical Strand Straw Sweat Sweating Trouble Wicker Wickerwork Hotter Miss
10"x8" (25x20cm) Photo Print
Add a touch of whimsy to your decor with the Media Storehouse range of Photographic Prints featuring the charming cartoon, "Lord Garmoyle in India" by Mary Evans Picture Library. This delightful illustration by Arthur William Cairns depicts the mischievous Lord Garmoyle, expressing relief at escaping the scorching heat of India and the disapproval of his father back home. Bring this humorous and timeless image into your home and add a unique character to your walls. Order your Photographic Print today and enjoy the lighthearted charm of this classic cartoon.
Ideal for framing, Australian made Photo Prints are produced on high-quality 270 gsm lustre photo paper which has a subtle shimmer adding a touch of elegance, designed to enhance their visual appeal.
Our Photo Prints are in a large range of sizes and are printed on Archival Quality Paper for excellent colour reproduction and longevity. They are ideal for framing (our Framed Prints use these) at a reasonable cost. Alternatives include cheaper Poster Prints and higher quality Fine Art Paper, the choice of which is largely dependant on your budget.
Estimated Image Size (if not cropped) is 18.9cm x 25.4cm (7.4" x 10")
Estimated Product Size is 20.3cm x 25.4cm (8" x 10")
These are individually made so all sizes are approximate
Artwork printed orientated as per the preview above, with portrait (vertical) orientation to match the source image.
EDITORS COMMENTS
Lord Garmoyle's Indian Exile: A Victorian Satire This humorous cartoon, titled "Lord Garmoyle in India," depicts Arthur William Cairns, 2nd Baron Garmoyle, in a moment of respite from the sweltering heat of the Indian colonies. The cartoon, published in the satirical magazine "Bryan's Entracte" in 1884, captures the disgraced nobleman's attempt to escape the scandals and debts that led to his exile from England. Lord Garmoyle, dressed in the typical attire of a British colonial gentleman - a boater hat, straw suit, and wicker chair - is shown sweating profusely while trying to keep cool in the shade. The boys in the background, playing and laughing, add to the carefree atmosphere, but the wry expression on Lord Garmoyle's face reveals his inner turmoil. The cartoonist's satirical commentary is clear: Lord Garmoyle may have thought that the heat of India would be a welcome relief from his troubles at home, but it seems that the heat of the tropical climate pales in comparison to the heat of his own misfortunes. The caption, "Very hot here, but it would be hotter at home!" adds to the irony of the situation. At the time, Lord Garmoyle was in trouble with his father over debts and had also broken off an engagement with May Fortescue, a popular actress and singer. The scandal made headlines in the British press, and the cartoonist's depiction of Lord Garmoyle in India was a commentary on the social and political climate of the time, as well as a reflection of the public's fascination with the exoticism of the British colonies.
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