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John Lawson Johnston, Scottish-born businessman, 1897. Artist: Spy
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John Lawson Johnston, Scottish-born businessman, 1897. Artist: Spy
John Lawson Johnston, Scottish-born businessman, 1897. In about 1863 Johnston (d1900) developed a beef extract, at first known as liquid beef but later named Bovril, a named derived of Bos, the Latin for ox, and Vrilya, the life force in The Coming Race, a novel by Bulwer Lytton. He victualled armies and helped provision three Polar expeditions. Cartoon titled Dietetics from Vanity Fair. (London, 18 February 1897)
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Businessman Chromolithograph Food Industry John Lawson Johnston Leslie Leslie Matthew Ward Leslie Ward Overcoat Oxford Science Archive Sir Leslie Sir Leslie Ward Ward Bovril
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This vibrant chromolithograph print captures the essence of John Lawson Johnston, a Scottish-born businessman who made significant contributions to the food industry in the late 19th century. Created by renowned artist Spy (Leslie Ward), this caricature portrait showcases Johnston's influential role as he stands confidently in his stylish overcoat. In 1863, Johnston revolutionized the culinary world with his creation of beef extract, initially known as liquid beef and later named Bovril. Derived from "Bos". Latin for ox, and "Vrilya" referencing the life force in Bulwer Lytton's novel The Coming Race, Bovril quickly gained popularity and became a staple provision for armies and three Polar expeditions. The cartoon titled Dietetics from Vanity Fair humorously depicts Johnston's impact on the food industry. With colorful details and intricate lines characteristic of Spy's work, this print transports us back to Victorian-era Britain where innovation met tradition. Johnston's success not only elevated him within business circles but also solidified his status as a prominent figure in Scottish history. This image serves as a testament to his entrepreneurial spirit and enduring legacy. Preserved by Oxford Science Archive and collected by Print Collector1, this historical artifact allows us to appreciate Sir Leslie Ward's artistic prowess while commemorating John Lawson Johnston's remarkable achievements that continue to resonate today.
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