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Britannia between death and the doctors, Gillray, James, 1756-1815, artist, [London]
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Britannia between death and the doctors, Gillray, James, 1756-1815, artist, [London]
Britannia between death and the doctor s, Gillray, James, 1756-1815, artist, [London], 1804, a faint Britannia seated on bed with three doctors, William Pitt kicking Henry Addington and stepping on Charles James Fox. The figure of death, with Napoleons head, strides from behind bed curtains
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1756 1804 1815 Britannia Charles Curtains Death Doctors Faint Figure Gillray Henry James Kicking Napoleons Nostalgia Nostalgic Old Fashioned Pitt Seated Stepping Traditional William Addington Strides
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This vintage print titled "Britannia between death and the doctors" by James Gillray captures a moment of political satire and historical significance. Created in 1804, it portrays a faint Britannia, symbolizing Great Britain, seated on a bed surrounded by three doctors. The prominent figures of William Pitt, Henry Addington, and Charles James Fox are depicted in the scene as well. The artwork humorously depicts Pitt kicking Addington while stepping on Fox, representing the power dynamics within British politics at that time. Adding to the symbolism is the figure of death with Napoleon's head emerging from behind the bed curtains. This suggests that even amidst internal struggles for power, there were external threats looming over Britain during this era. The engraving technique used in this artwork adds to its historic charm and cultural significance. It reflects an illustrative style prevalent during Victorian times and showcases Gillray's skill as an artist. This print from Liszt Collection evokes nostalgia for a bygone era when art was created through traditional techniques rather than modern digital methods. It serves as a reminder of our rich history and offers insight into political dynamics that shaped nations centuries ago.
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