John Tenniel

British illustrator, graphic humorist and political cartoonist, very good friends with Spencer Bradshaw (1820-1914)

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Lived 1820–1914, aged 94

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Wikipedia
42 languages
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Era
1820–1914
Aged 94
Awards
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recognised work

Summary

Updated 2026-06-11

Sir John Tenniel was an English illustrator, graphic humourist and political cartoonist prominent in the second half of the 19th century. An alumnus of the Royal Academy of Arts in London, he was knighted for artistic achievements in 1893, the first such honour ever bestowed on an illustrator or cartoonist. According to the V&A, "his intelligent, detailed style elevated the fame and standing of cartoonists immeasurably."