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Punch cartoon: Mechanics in Sport. No 3. - Improved Clockwork Hunters, with Patent Camb-Saddle Bumping Action (engraving)
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Punch cartoon: Mechanics in Sport. No 3. - Improved Clockwork Hunters, with Patent Camb-Saddle Bumping Action (engraving)
6034852 Punch cartoon: Mechanics in Sport. No 3. - Improved Clockwork Hunters, with Patent Camb-Saddle Bumping Action (engraving) by Sambourne, Edward Linley (1844-1910) (after); Private Collection; (add.info.: Punch cartoon: Mechanics in Sport. No 3. - Improved Clockwork Hunters, with Patent Camb-Saddle Bumping Action. Illustration for Punch, Volume 71, July - December 1876.); Look and Learn / George Collection
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This Punch cartoon from 1876, titled "Mechanics in Sport. No 3. - Improved Clockwork Hunters, with Patent Camb-Saddle Bumping Action" showcases the satirical wit and whimsical imagination of Edward Linley Sambourne. The engraving depicts a comical scene where mechanical hunters equipped with clockwork mechanisms replace traditional horseback riders. The detailed illustration captures the essence of Victorian Britain's love for sports and innovation. With its clever caricatures and exaggerated features, the cartoon pokes fun at the idea of replacing living creatures with mechanical contraptions. Sambourne's artistic talent shines through as he portrays these clockwork hunters riding tricycles fitted with saddles that simulate the bumpy motion experienced during a hunt. This imaginative invention adds an element of humor to the image while also commenting on society's fascination with new technologies. The presence of various animals such as horses, ponies, and even a shire horse further emphasizes the absurdity of this mechanized hunting concept. Sambourne's satire extends beyond British borders by including references to Germany and German culture within his artwork. Overall, this vintage Punch cartoon offers viewers a glimpse into Victorian society's attitudes towards sport, technology, and social customs. It serves as both entertainment and commentary on the ever-changing world during that era.
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