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The Head of the Poll; or, the Wimbledon Showman and His Puppet, caricature of British Whig politicians John Horne Tooke and Francis Burdett, 1807 (engraving)
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The Head of the Poll; or, the Wimbledon Showman and His Puppet, caricature of British Whig politicians John Horne Tooke and Francis Burdett, 1807 (engraving)
7148339 The Head of the Poll; or, the Wimbledon Showman and His Puppet, caricature of British Whig politicians John Horne Tooke and Francis Burdett, 1807 (engraving) by English School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: The Head of the Poll; or, the Wimbledon Showman and His Puppet, caricature of British Whig politicians John Horne Tooke and Francis Burdett, 1807. 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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This print captures the essence of political satire in 19th century Britain. Titled "The Head of the Poll; or, the Wimbledon Showman and His Puppet" it is a caricature depicting British Whig politicians John Horne Tooke and Francis Burdett in 1807. The engraving, created by an anonymous English School artist from that era, showcases their faces superimposed on marionettes controlled by unseen puppeteers. The image is part of a private collection and was featured in Joseph Grego's book "A History of Parliamentary Elections and Electioneering from the Stuarts to Queen Victoria" published in 1892. This satirical drawing reflects the intense political climate during that time period. It humorously portrays Tooke and Burdett as mere puppets manipulated by powerful forces behind the scenes. The exaggerated features add a touch of comic relief while also highlighting key characteristics associated with these politicians. As we delve into this historical artwork, we are transported back to an era where elections were fiercely contested battlegrounds filled with intrigue and manipulation. It serves as a reminder that even centuries ago, politics had its fair share of theatrics. "The Head of the Poll; or, the Wimbledon Showman and His Puppet" offers us a glimpse into British electoral history while showcasing how art can be used to convey complex political messages through satire.
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