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25 x double page B&W Political Cartoon illustrations by William Boucher from Judy, or the London Serio-Comic Journal 1878 - 1881. 25 x double page B&W Political Cartoon illustrations by William Boucher from Judy, or the London Serio-Comic Journal, issues from 1878 to 1881. Each measures 41 x 27 cm approx  and all are clean with light edge ageing. Some have small tears down the folding join and light edge wear.  This antique newspaper from 1874 showcased fascinating news and events from the era, providing a glimpse into the social and cultural landscape of the United Kingdom during the late 19th century. The late 1880's was swept up in the new craze of visual, satirical journalism. When Judy magazine, a twopenny serio-comic, debuted a red-nosed, lanky schemer named Ally Sloper who represented the poor working class of 19th-century England, it was one of the first recurring characters in comic history.

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25 x double page B&W Political Cartoon illustrations by William Boucher from Judy, or the London Serio-Comic Journal, issues from 1878 to 1881. Each measures 41 x 27 cm approx and all are clean with light edge ageing. Some have small tears down the folding join and light edge wear. This antique newspaper from 1874 showcased fascinating news and events from the era, providing a glimpse into the social and cultural landscape of the United Kingdom during the late 19th century. The late 1880's was swept up in the new craze of visual, satirical journalism. When Judy magazine, a twopenny serio-comic, debuted a red-nosed, lanky schemer named Ally Sloper who represented the poor working class of 19th-century England, it was one of the first recurring characters in comic history.