The Great Polar Bear. A Graphic Simile
1 portrait of Francis I, Emperor of Austria
The Great Polar Bear. A Graphic Simile
by John ('HB') Doyle, published by Thomas McLean
lithograph, published 12 January 1831
16 3/8 in. x 11 1/4 in. (415 mm x 286 mm) overall
Acquired, before 1900
Reference Collection
NPG D41039
Sittersback to top
- Francis I, Emperor of Austria (1792-1835), Reigned 1806-35. Sitter associated with 10 portraits. Identify
- Prince Klemens Lothar Wenzel von Metternich (1773-1859), Austrian statesman. Sitter associated with 3 portraits. Identify
- Nicholas I, Emperor of Russia (1796-1855), Emperor of Russia 1816-55. Sitter associated with 13 portraits. Identify
Artistsback to top
- John ('HB') Doyle (1797-1868), 'HB'; caricaturist. Artist or producer associated with 746 portraits, Sitter in 1 portrait.
- Thomas McLean (1788-1875), Publisher and dealer. Artist or producer associated with 1058 portraits.
Events of 1831back to top
Current affairs
Parliamentary Reform Bill is rejected by the House of Lords prompting riots in Nottingham, Derby and Bristol.Art and science
Michael Faraday demonstrates electromagnetic induction.Death of Lady Sarah Ponsonby, last of the famous Ladies of Llangollen who attracted many of the leading names in art and literature to visit them at their home in Plas Newydd, Wales.
Opening of New London Bridge, designed by John Rennie.
International
Violinist Niccolo Paganini arrives in England from Italy and embarks on a six month tour of the country after astonishing London audiences with his virtuoso performances.Revolutionary outbreaks in Modena, Parma and the Papal States influenced by the July Revolution in France the previous year.
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