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His Honour the Beadle (William IV) Driving the Wagabonds out of the Parish, satire on the defeat of the Tories by the Whigs at the 1830 Parliamentary election (engraving)
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His Honour the Beadle (William IV) Driving the Wagabonds out of the Parish, satire on the defeat of the Tories by the Whigs at the 1830 Parliamentary election (engraving)
7148300 His Honour the Beadle (William IV) Driving the Wagabonds out of the Parish, satire on the defeat of the Tories by the Whigs at the 1830 Parliamentary election (engraving) by Heath, William (1795-1840) (after); Private Collection; (add.info.: His Honour the Beadle (William IV) Driving the Wagabonds out of the Parish, satire on the defeat of the Tories by the Whigs at the 1830 Parliamentary election. Illustration from A History of Parliamentary Elections and Electioneering from the Stuarts to Queen Victoria, by Joseph Grego (Chatto & Windus, London, 1892).); © Look and Learn
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The engraving titled "His Honour the Beadle (William IV) Driving the Wagabonds out of the Parish" is a satirical depiction of the defeat of the Tories by the Whigs at the 1830 Parliamentary election. Created by William Heath, this artwork captures a significant moment in British political history with wit and humor. In this allegorical scene, His Honour the Beadle, representing King William IV, is shown driving away a group of wagabonds from his parish. The wagabonds symbolize defeated Tory politicians who are being expelled from power by the victorious Whigs. The image serves as a commentary on electoral politics and highlights how power can shift between different parties. This engraving was originally published in Joseph Grego's book "A History of Parliamentary Elections and Electioneering" providing visual representation to accompany historical accounts. It showcases Heath's skill as an artist and his ability to capture complex political themes through satire. Through its use of caricature and exaggerated figures, this artwork offers both entertainment and social critique. It reflects on issues such as government, state power, monarchy, and political rivalries that were prevalent during that time period. Overall, "His Honour the Beadle (William IV) Driving the Wagabonds out of the Parish" is not only an artistic masterpiece but also an important historical document that sheds light on British politics in the early 19th century.
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