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Cartoon, Brothers in Distress
Cartoon, Brothers in Distress, Bishop v. Maskelyne and Labouchere. They were accused of defaming an American stage mentalist, Washington Irving Bishop, and are shown here to be worried about being sued.
1885
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1885 Accused Acte Bishop Brothers Bryan Case Deception Distress Entr Entracte Fake Irving Labouchere Legal Maskelyne Nevil Process Reader Slander Telepathy Thought True Truth Washington Worried Defamation
A4 (29.7 x 21cm) Poster Print
Introducing the captivating 'Brothers in Distress' poster print from the Media Storehouse collection, brought to you by Mary Evans Picture Library. This intriguing cartoon, originally published in Punch Magazine in 1878, depicts an amusing take on the infamous scandal between Bishop, Maskelyne, and Labouchere. The trio found themselves embroiled in a defamation case against American stage mentalist Washington Irving Bishop. Add this historical and humorous piece to your wall for a unique conversation starter or to complement your decor. Order your 'Brothers in Distress' poster print today and step back in time!
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Estimated Product Size is 21.6cm x 30.3cm (8.5" x 11.9")
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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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Brothers in Distress: Cartoon Depicting Alfred Bryan, John Nevil Maskelyne, and Henry Labouchere in Anxiety over the Bishop vs. Maskelyne and Labouchere Defamation Case of 1885 This intriguing cartoon, titled "Brothers in Distress," was published in 1885, during the height of the sensational defamation trial between American stage mentalist Washington Irving Bishop and English magicians Alfred Bryan, John Nevil Maskelyne, and Henry Labouchere. The trio is depicted in the image, looking worried and concerned as they ponder the potential consequences of their actions. The case began when Bishop accused Maskelyne and Labouchere of using deceitful methods in their mentalist acts and publicly denounced them as frauds. In response, the magicians countered with allegations of their own, accusing Bishop of using tricks and false advertising in his own performances. The ensuing legal battle captured the attention of the public and the press, with both sides employing a range of strategies to prove their case. The cartoon reflects the public's fascination with the trial and the broader cultural debates surrounding truth, deception, and the role of mentalists in entertainment during the late Victorian era. The caption "Brothers in Distress" underscores the magicians' sense of unease and vulnerability in the face of Bishop's accusations, as well as the potential repercussions of their own counter-accusations. The image invites the reader to consider the complexities of truth and falsehood in the context of mentalism and the law, and to ponder the implications of the case for the broader cultural landscape of the 1880s.
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