• The image is a caricature of Sir Sydney Waterlow, who served as the Lord Mayor of London. 

  • The image was published in the magazine Vanity Fair on November 9, 1872. 
  • The title "Lord Mayor" is a special title given to the mayor of an important city, often a ceremonial post. 
  • In the UK, the position is largely a ceremonial title conferred by letters patent. 
  • The Lord Mayor represents the city at major events and is typically elected by aldermen from their ranks. 

  • Bio is included.