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Cartoon, A Derby Obstruction (Disraeli versus Liberal Party)
Cartoon, A Derby Obstruction -- a satirical comment on Benjamin Disraelis attack on the Palmerston government during a debate on the Budget. He is shown here driving his donkey cart in front of the Liberal partys horse-drawn open carriage. Date: 1861
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1861 Benjamin Budget Comment Conservative Depiction Disraeli Finance Financial Gladstone Liberal Politicians Satire Satirical Tory Treasury
10"x8" (25x20cm) Photo Print
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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")
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Artwork printed orientated as per the preview above, with portrait (vertical) orientation to match the source image.
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A Derby Obstruction
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is a satirical political cartoon from the Victorian era of Britain, published in 1861. The cartoon, created during a heated debate on the Budget in the House of Commons, depicts Benjamin Disraeli, the Conservative Party leader and future Prime Minister, obstructing the Liberal Party's progress with his donkey cart. Disraeli, shown as a dapper and determined figure, is depicted driving his donkey cart in front of the Liberal Party's horse-drawn open carriage, driven by William Gladstone, the Liberal Party leader. The caption reads "Disraeli's Derby Obstruction," referencing the Derby horse race, where a similar tactic was used to hinder an opponent's progress. The cartoon is a commentary on Disraeli's attack on the Palmerston government during the Budget debate. Disraeli's Conservative Party had accused the Liberal government of financial mismanagement and excessive spending. The cartoon highlights the political tensions between the two parties and the importance of finance and the Treasury in 19th-century British politics. The image provides a fascinating insight into the political climate of the time, with Disraeli emerging as a formidable opponent to the Liberal Party. The use of satire in the cartoon underscores the importance of humor and visual commentary in shaping public opinion and engaging with political issues during the Victorian era. The cartoon is a valuable historical record of the political landscape of 1860s Britain and the role of satire in shaping public discourse. It is a reminder of the enduring power of political cartoons to capture the zeitgeist of their time and to provide a unique perspective on historical events.
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