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Carlo Pellegrini - Judge upon his bench, Court of Appeal Caricature, 1875 - Vanity Fair - In the caricature, Richard Baggallay is depicted in his judicial attire, with particular emphasis on his distinctive facial features and expressions. The artwork captures the essence of his role within the legal system, highlighting both his professional stature and individual characteristics through Pellegrini's satirical lens.The caricature was created by Carlo Pellegrini, an Italian artist known for his work under the pseudonym ”Ape.” Pellegrini was renowned for his contributions to Vanity Fair magazine, where he produced numerous caricatures of notable figures during the late 19th century. In this particular work, he portrays Richard Baggallay, a prominent British judge and politician of that era.Artist or MakerCarlo PellegriniMediumlithographDate1875