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A Break, losing the Reins, 1830
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A Break, losing the Reins, 1830
A Break, losing the Reins, 1830. Prime Minister the Duke of Wellington and Home Secretary Sir Robert Peel about to fall from a vehicle, hauled by a horse (Alderman Hunter) and an ass (Alderman Key), which has shattered on a rock inscribed Public Opinion. Wellingtons government was so unpopular that Hunter and Key (who was Lord Mayor of London at the time) felt compelled to cancel the 1830 Lord Mayors Show due to fear of rioting
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A Break, losing the Reins, 1830
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captures a moment of political turmoil and public discontent in 19th century Britain. In this satirical lithograph, we witness an unfortunate incident involving Prime Minister the Duke of Wellington and Home Secretary Sir Robert Peel. The duo is depicted on a horse-drawn vehicle that has crashed into a rock inscribed with the words "Public Opinion" symbolizing the overwhelming disapproval faced by Wellington's government. The unpopularity of Wellington's administration was so intense that it led to drastic measures: Alderman Hunter and Alderman Key (who was also Lord Mayor of London at the time) felt compelled to cancel the prestigious 1830 Lord Mayors Show due to fears of rioting. This cancellation further highlights the deep-seated dissatisfaction among the people towards their leaders. The caricature portrays both humor and criticism as it depicts Wellington and Peel about to fall from their shattered carriage. The inclusion of an ass pulling alongside a horse adds another layer of mockery, emphasizing their incompetence or lackluster leadership skills. Created anonymously by an artist known only as "Anon" this artwork serves as a powerful commentary on politics, power dynamics, and accountability within British society during this period. It offers us a glimpse into how public opinion can shape political decisions and influence societal events. This print is held in Guildhall Library and Art Gallery, offering viewers today an opportunity to reflect upon historical moments when leaders lost control amidst mounting opposition from their own people.
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