5307242 The British government authorising the Rothschilds to buy out shares of the Suez Canal. by Tenniel, John (1820-1914); (add.info.: Political cartoon commenting on the British government authorising the Rothschilds to buy out the Khedive\'s share holding in the Suez Canal for 瞿4, 080,000 in November 1875. Benjamin Disraeli is pictured handing over a bag of gold to the Khedive while the British Lion holds the key to India (Suez Canal) in it\'s paws. Illustrated by John Tenniel (1820-1914) an English illustrator, graphic humourist, and political cartoonist. Dated 19th century. 01/01/1850); Universal History Archive/UIG; English, out of copyright.