Spotprent met Lord Ellenborough als een wilde olifant Possibly 1844
johndoyle
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pencil drawn
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toned paper
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light pencil work
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pencil sketch
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old engraving style
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personal sketchbook
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ink colored
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pencil work
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watercolour illustration
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watercolor
This satirical etching, "Spotprent met Lord Ellenborough als een wilde olifant" by John Doyle, depicts Lord Ellenborough as a wild elephant. The print likely dates from 1844 and is housed in the Rijksmuseum. The image critiques the political climate surrounding Lord Ellenborough, who served as Governor-General of India. The elephant, symbolizing power and strength, is surrounded by a snake, representing danger and corruption. The artwork is a strong example of political caricature, a popular genre in the 19th century.
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