• May include: A black and white engraving of a bear wearing a crown and military uniform. The bear is holding its head in its paws and is standing on a platform. A ball is on the ground in front of the bear.
  • May include: A black and white engraving of a bear wearing a crown and military uniform. The bear is holding its head in its hands and appears to be distressed. The engraving is likely a political cartoon from the 19th century.
  • May include: A black and white illustration of a man with a bear's head, holding his head in his hands. The man is wearing a military uniform and boots. The caption below the image reads "A BEAR WITH A SORE HEAD."
  • May include: A black and white image of a book page with the text "A B" and "NOVEMBER 26, 1853."
  • May include: A black and white illustration of a man with a large head, captioned "A SORE HEAD." The illustration is from Punch, No. 646.
  • May include: A black and white illustration of a bear wearing a crown and military uniform, covering its eyes with its paws. The bear is surrounded by other figures in the background.
  • May include: A black and white engraving of a bear wearing a crown and military uniform. The bear is holding its head in its paws and is standing on a platform. A ball is on the ground in front of the bear.
  • May include: A black and white engraving of a bear wearing a crown and military uniform. The bear is holding its head in its hands and appears to be distressed. The engraving is likely a political cartoon from the 19th century.
  • May include: A black and white illustration of a man with a bear's head, holding his head in his hands. The man is wearing a military uniform and boots. The caption below the image reads "A BEAR WITH A SORE HEAD."
  • May include: A black and white image of a book page with the text "A B" and "NOVEMBER 26, 1853."
  • May include: A black and white illustration of a man with a large head, captioned "A SORE HEAD." The illustration is from Punch, No. 646.
  • May include: A black and white illustration of a bear wearing a crown and military uniform, covering its eyes with its paws. The bear is surrounded by other figures in the background.
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1853 Crimean War Political Cartoon Russian Bear Defeat Punch Magazine Victorian era satire Original Antique illustration London

Item highlights

  • Materials: Russian Defeat by Turkey cartoon Antique
  • Dimensions: Width: 8.25 Inches; Height: 11 Inches
  • Vintage: From the 19th century

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1853 Crimean War Cartoon Russian Bear defeat by Turkey Punch Magazine Victorian Cartoon English satire.

Original Antique illustration London English politics November 26, 1853.

Original page from antique magazine.

This cartoon was published on the occasion of the Russian defeat by the Turks at Oltenitza on November 4, 1853. Oltenitza is written on the cannonball at the bear's feet.

Great details in the engraving - a cartoon from Punch Magazine. Punch, a British humor magazine, published from 1841-2002. It was known for its irreverence and wit. Its political and social cartoons captured the times.

The reverse page is blank.

The oversized page measures 8.25 by 11 inches printed on cream cotton-fiber paper. Also available mounted and framed.

The page is in good condition. The page shows minor tanning. Perfect for framing.

I sell all vintage items on an as is basis. My listing descriptions provide details to accurately describe the condition of the item.

I'll mail in a sturdy package to get safely to you.

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May include: A black and white engraving of a bear wearing a crown and military uniform. The bear is holding its head in its paws and is standing on a platform. A ball is on the ground in front of the bear.

1853 Crimean War Cartoon Russian Bear defeat by Turkey Punch Magazine Victorian Cartoon English satire.

Original Antique illustration London English politics November 26, 1853.

Original page from antique magazine.

This cartoon was published on the occasion of the Russian defeat by the Turks at Oltenitza on November 4, 1853. Oltenitza is written on the cannonball at the bear's feet.

Great details in the engraving - a cartoon from Punch Magazine. Punch, a British humor magazine, published from 1841-2002. It was known for its irreverence and wit. Its political and social cartoons captured the times.

The reverse page is blank.

The oversized page measures 8.25 by 11 inches printed on cream cotton-fiber paper. Also available mounted and framed.

The page is in good condition. The page shows minor tanning. Perfect for framing.

I sell all vintage items on an as is basis. My listing descriptions provide details to accurately describe the condition of the item.

I'll mail in a sturdy package to get safely to you.

Find other great Art prints:
https://www.etsy.com/shop/JBling?section_id=11631164
Visit my JBling shop:
jbling.etsy.com

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  • Era
    Vintage from the 19th century
  • Materials
    Russian Defeat by Turkey cartoon Antique
  • Width
    8.25 Inches
  • Height
    11 Inches

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    Nov 20-25
  • Returns and exchanges
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  • Cost to ship
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