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Cartoon, Disraeli Measuring the British Lion
Cartoon, The State of the Nation, Disraeli Measuring the British Lion. Mr Disraelis motion for a Select Committee to consider the state of the nation, in consequence of the repeal of the Corn Law, was rejected by a large majority. Date: 1849
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1840s 1849 Anti Benjamin Conservative Disraeli Jewish Lion Lions Measurement Satire Satirical Semitic Semitism Shabby Tailor Tape Tory
10"x8" (25x20cm) Photo Print
Bring a burst of historical humor into your home with the Media Storehouse range of Photographic Prints featuring the iconic cartoon, "Disraeli Measuring the British Lion" by Rights Managed from Mary Evans Prints Online. This timeless image, originally published in The State of the Nation in 1846, captures the political satire of Benjamin Disraeli measuring the strength of the British Lion during a debate on the repeal of the Corn Laws. Add a unique and thought-provoking conversation starter to your wall art collection, and relive a piece of history with every glance.
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Estimated Image Size (if not cropped) is 18.4cm x 25.4cm (7.2" 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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Disraeli Measuring the British Lion: A Satirical Take on Politics in 1840s Britain This intriguing cartoon, titled "The State of the Nation: Disraeli Measuring the British Lion," depicts the renowned Conservative politician Benjamin Disraeli in an unusual situation. Dressed in shabby, outdated clothes and acting as a tailor, Disraeli is seen measuring a lion with a tape measure. The lion, a symbol of Britain's strength and pride, appears disheveled and weak, with its mane in disarray. The scene is a commentary on the political events of 1849, specifically Disraeli's motion for a Select Committee to consider the state of the nation in the aftermath of the repeal of the Corn Law. The motion was met with a large majority rejection in the House of Commons. The cartoon's anti-Semitic undertones are evident in the depiction of Disraeli as a Jewish tailor, a stereotype that was common during the early Victorian era. However, it is essential to note that Disraeli was indeed of Jewish descent and was the first Jewish Prime Minister of Britain. The use of satire and humor in this cartoon was a common tactic employed during the 19th century to comment on politics and current events. The image provides a unique insight into the political climate of the time and the role of satire in shaping public opinion. Overall, "Disraeli Measuring the British Lion" is an intriguing and thought-provoking piece of political cartography that offers a glimpse into the complexities of British politics during the 1840s.
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