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The Peoples Pecksniff (coloured engraving)
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The Peoples Pecksniff (coloured engraving)
979470 The Peoples Pecksniff (coloured engraving) by Merry, Tom (c.1852-1902); Private Collection; (add.info.: The Peoples Pecksniff: a round table conference of the Liberal Party. St Stephens Review Presentation Cartoon, 24 September 1887.); © Look and Learn
Media ID 23517760
© Look and Learn / Bridgeman Images
Arguing Argument Charles Stewart Parnell Conference Discussion Dispute Irish Home Rule Liberal Lord Rosebery William Gladstone
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The Peoples Pecksniff - A Satirical Depiction of Political Discord in Victorian Britain
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. This coloured engraving, titled "The Peoples Pecksniff" captures a pivotal moment in British political history. Created by Tom Merry around 1887, it showcases a round table conference of the Liberal Party during a time of intense debate and disagreement. In this satirical cartoon, we witness an animated discussion among prominent politicians as they tackle various contentious issues. The focus lies on the heated dispute surrounding Irish Home Rule, with figures like William Gladstone and Charles Stewart Parnell at the forefront. Lord Rosebery also features prominently in this scathing satire that criticizes the liberal party's internal conflicts. The artist employs caricature to exaggerate facial expressions and body language, emphasizing the intensity of arguments taking place around the conference table. With elements of wit and irony, Merry presents a commentary on not only British politics but also European affairs such as Germany's influence on Great Britain. Through this thought-provoking image, viewers are transported back to an era where political tensions ran high. It serves as a reminder that even within seemingly united parties or nations, differing opinions can lead to fierce debates and divisions. As part of private collections today, this print remains an invaluable historical artifact shedding light on Victorian politics while showcasing Merry's artistic talent for capturing complex narratives through satire.
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