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My Old Friend Homer, 1872. Artist: Joseph Swain
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My Old Friend Homer, 1872. Artist: Joseph Swain
My Old Friend Homer, 1872. Mr Gladstone, the Liberal Prime Minister, was known to read Homer regularly, and here, the ghost of the great man has come to ask Gladstone how he could allow his authority to be usurped by the masses. This relates to the outbreak of a number of strikes during the year. These included bakers, carpenters, the Metropolitan Police and Londons gas-workers. From Punch, or the London Charivari, December 14, 1872
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My Old Friend Homer, 1872
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is a captivating print that captures the essence of politics, literature, and social unrest in 19th century Britain. Created by Joseph Swain and featuring William Ewart Gladstone, the Liberal Prime Minister known for his love of reading Homer's works, this artwork delves into the conflicts between authority and the masses. In this intriguing image, we see the ghostly figure of Homer visiting Gladstone to question how he could allow his authority to be undermined by strikes that plagued London during that year. The strikes ranged from bakers and carpenters to even members of the Metropolitan Police and gas-workers. This powerful visual commentary reflects on political events at that time. The monochrome engraving adds a haunting quality to the scene as it portrays Gladstone engaged in conversation with an ethereal phantom from ancient Greece. It symbolizes not only a clash between tradition and progress but also highlights how literature can influence political figures. Joseph Swain's artistic talent shines through as he masterfully brings together elements of history, art, literature, and politics in one thought-provoking piece. "My Old Friend Homer" serves as a reminder of how past influences shape our present decisions while shedding light on societal tensions prevalent during that era. This heritage image partnership offers us a glimpse into an important moment in British history through its intricate details and symbolism – truly capturing the spirit of an era defined by change and upheaval.
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