

Curatorial Narrative Exercising the mounts, created by Frank Arthur Nankivell in 1907, occupies a pivotal position within the satirical political cartoon tradition of its time. Characterized by a linear brushwork and a deliberate juxtaposition of colors such as blue, green, yellow, brown, and white, this work presents a figurative subject that critiques the conventions of power and authority. The atmospheric intent is one of measured critique, weighing the impact of each visual element to convey the artist’s message with precision. Nankivell’s employment of modern design styles, evident in his use of spatial rhythm and chromatic structure, imbues the work with a sense of contemporaneity that was both forward-thinking and provocative for its era.When enlarged to a scale of 44×54 inches, Exercising the mounts assumes an imposing presence, demanding attention from the viewer. The palette, initially considered a deliberate selection of
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