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Consol-ation, 1888. Artist: Joseph Swain
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Consol-ation, 1888. Artist: Joseph Swain
Consol-ation, 1888. Mr George Goschen is the Conservative Chancellor of the Exchequer, appointed by Salisbury after the resignation of Lord Randolph Churchill. Here, Goschen plays the role of shepherd taking advantage of an innocent shepherdess, who represents the British public. Goschen, the guardian of the peoples purse, had recently performed some juggling with interest rates which, according to Punch, was only going to leave people paying even more for their borrowings. From Punch, or the London Charivari, March 24, 1888
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Chancellor Of The Exchequer Consolation First Viscount Goschen George Joachim George Joachim Goschen Goschen Guardian Heritage Image Partnership Innocence Innocent John Tenniel Joseph Swain Member Of Parliament Sheep Shepherd Shepherdess Sir John Tenniel Swain Tenniel Viscount Goschen Interest Rates
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Consol-ation, 1888 - A Political Satire Unveiled
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. In this print titled "Consol-ation, 1888" we are transported back to the vibrant political landscape of the late 19th century. Created by renowned artists Joseph Swain and John Tenniel, this engraving masterfully captures a moment of political intrigue and satire. At its heart lies George Goschen, the Conservative Chancellor of the Exchequer during that time. Depicted as a shepherd in this caricature, he cunningly takes advantage of an innocent shepherdess symbolizing the British public. The sheep surrounding them represent concepts like innocence, agriculture, and finance – all intricately woven into this thought-provoking piece. Goschen's recent manipulations with interest rates have not gone unnoticed. Punch magazine aptly portrays him as a juggler whose actions will burden people with even higher borrowing costs. As guardian of the nation's purse strings, his decisions hold immense power over ordinary citizens. This print serves as both a critique and commentary on politics at that time. It highlights how politicians could exploit their positions for personal gain while leaving innocent individuals vulnerable to financial hardships. With its monochromatic black-and-white aesthetic, "Consol-ation" exudes an air of nostalgia from the 19th century. Its intricate details invite viewers to delve deeper into its layers of symbolism and social commentary. As we gaze upon this heritage image partnership between Swain, Tenniel, and Goschen himself (who later became Viscount Goschen), it reminds us that political satire has long been used as a powerful tool to shed light on societal issues – even in centuries past.
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