Poster Print : Britannia between death and the doctors, Gillray, James, 1756-1815, artist, [London]
![Britannia between death and the doctors, Gillray, James, 1756-1815, artist, [London]](/image/694/12957391/12957391_600_600_86450_0_fill_0_0f21e0e12db88b73afa2776b39eea505.jpg.webp "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
Liszt Collection of nineteenth-century engravings and images to browse and enjoy
Media ID 12957391
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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
18x24 inch Poster Print
Experience the captivating art of the past with our Media Storehouse Poster Prints. This striking piece, titled "Britannia between Death and the Doctors," is a masterwork by renowned English satirical engraver James Gillray. Created in 1804, this print depicts Britannia, personifying the British nation, seated weakly between Death and three doctors. The intricate details of Gillray's original engraving from the Liszt Collection come alive in this high-quality poster print. Add a touch of historical charm and artistic sophistication to your space with this captivating print.
Poster prints are budget friendly enlarged prints in standard poster paper sizes. Printed on 150 gsm Matte Paper for a natural feel and supplied rolled in a tube. Great for framing and should last many years. To clean wipe with a microfiber, non-abrasive cloth or napkin. Our Archival Quality Photo Prints and Fine Art Paper Prints are printed on higher quality paper and the choice of which largely depends on your budget.
Poster prints are budget friendly enlarged prints in standard poster paper sizes (A0, A1, A2, A3 etc). Whilst poster paper is sometimes thinner and less durable than our other paper types, they are still ok for framing and should last many years. Our Archival Quality Photo Prints and Fine Art Paper Prints are printed on higher quality paper and the choice of which largely depends on your budget.
Estimated Product Size is 61.6cm x 46.3cm (24.3" x 18.2")
These are individually made so all sizes are approximate
Artwork printed orientated as per the preview above, with landscape (horizontal) orientation to match the source image.
EDITORS COMMENTS
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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