Poster Print : Caricature of John Coleridge, Lord Chief Justice
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Caricature of John Coleridge, Lord Chief Justice
Caricature of John Duke Coleridge, 1st Baron Coleridge (), British lawyer, judge, and Lord Chief Justice of England. " Gilchrist? Gilchrist? Never heard of her." A comment on his question in court: " Who is Connie Gilchrist?" She was, in fact, quite a well known actress, dancer and singer.
1881
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Media ID 14309606
© Terry Parker / Mary Evans Picture Library
1881 Baron Bryan Chief Coleridge Connie Dancer Desk Entracte Gilchrist Glasses Ignorance Judge Justice Knowledge Lawyer Learned Legal Profession Question Singer Spectacles Lawcourt
A4 (29.7 x 21cm) Poster Print
Bring a touch of historical wit to your walls with our Media Storehouse range of Poster Prints featuring the Caricature of John Duke Coleridge, 1st Baron Coleridge. This intriguing print, from the Mary Evans Picture Library, captures the essence of John Coleridge, Lord Chief Justice of England, in a humorous and artistic way by Terry Parker. Add this unique piece to your decor and ignite conversations about the fascinating history of British law and judiciary. Order your Caricature of John Coleridge, Lord Chief Justice poster print today!
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Estimated Product Size is 21.6cm x 30.3cm (8.5" x 11.9")
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
This caricature depicts John Duke Coleridge, 1st Baron Coleridge (1820-1894), a prominent British lawyer, judge, and Lord Chief Justice of England, in the midst of a courtroom session. The image, created in the late 1880s, captures the essence of the Victorian era with its intricate details and satirical undertones. Coleridge is portrayed wearing the traditional wig and robes of a judge, complete with a fur-trimmed robe and ermine collar. He is seen leaning forward, intently listening to a question posed by someone out of the frame, his quizzical expression hinting at a moment of confusion. The question, "Who is Connie Gilchrist?", is scrawled across the bottom of the print, adding to the intrigue. Contrary to Coleridge's apparent ignorance, Connie Gilchrist was, in fact, a well-known actress, dancer, and singer of the time. Her fame was widespread, yet it seems to have eluded the learned judge in this moment. The caricature highlights the contrast between the world of entertainment and the world of law, and the occasional disconnect between the two. The setting is further enhanced by the presence of the ornate courtroom decor, including the judge's desk adorned with books and writing instruments, and the use of spectacles to emphasize Coleridge's scholarly demeanor. This print offers a glimpse into the past, providing a humorous and insightful look at the intersection of law, entertainment, and societal norms during the Victorian era.
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