The able doctor, or, America swallowing the bitter draught, en sanguine engraving
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The able doctor, or, America swallowing the bitter draught, en sanguine engraving
The able doctor, or, America swallowing the bitter draught, en sanguine engraving shows Lord North, with the Boston Port Bill extending from a pocket, forcing tea (the Intolerable Acts) down the throat of a partially draped Native female figure representing America whose arms are restrained by Lord Mansfield, while Lord Sandwich, a notorious womanizer, restrains her feet and peeks up her skirt. Britannia, standing behind America, turns away and shields her face with her left hand
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Media ID 12810899
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Arms Away Bill Boston Britannia Doctor Draped Draught Extending Face Feet Female Figure Hand Lord Mansfield Native North Nostalgia Nostalgic Old Fashioned Partially Pocket Port Representing Sandwich Sanguine Shields Skirt Throat Traditional Turns Bitter Forcing Notorious Peeks Restrained Restrains Swallowing
EDITORS COMMENTS
This vintage, retro-styled engraved image titled "The Able Doctor, or, America Swallowing the Bitter Draught" is a powerful representation of historical events and political symbolism. The artwork portrays Lord North, holding the Boston Port Bill in his hand as he forcefully pours tea down the throat of a partially draped Native female figure representing America. Her arms are restrained by Lord Mansfield while Lord Sandwich lurks beneath her skirt. The engraving captures the essence of British oppression during the time of the Intolerable Acts. Britannia stands behind America but turns away, shielding her face with her left hand, perhaps symbolizing her reluctance to witness such injustice. This illustrative technique transports us back to an era filled with tension and struggle for independence. It serves as a reminder of our history and highlights the sacrifices made by those who fought against tyranny. With its aged appearance and traditional artistic style, this historic artwork evokes nostalgia and invites contemplation on themes of power dynamics, colonialism, and resistance. It is a testament to how art can capture complex narratives within a single frame. As we gaze upon this print from Liszt Collection's Arkheia series, we are transported into an important chapter in American history that should never be forgotten.
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