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ANDRE GILL French caricaturist who thought Dreyfus was guilty and ended insane : here in happier days in 1868. Date: 1840 - 1885
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1840 1868 1885 Andre Caricaturist Days Dreyfus Ended Gill Guilty Insane Thought Happier
22"x18" Modern Frame
Introducing the captivating Andre Gill Framed Print from the Media Storehouse collection, exclusively sourced from Mary Evans Prints Online. This evocative caricature of French artist Andre Gill, who famously supported the guilty verdict in the Dreyfus Affair and later became insane, brings a piece of history into your home. With intricate details and vivid colors, this 1800s-era print is sure to add character and depth to any decor. Embrace the rich history and artistic expression with this unique framed print.
20x16 Print in an MDF Wooden Frame with 180 gsm Satin Finish Paper. Glazed using shatter proof thin plexiglass. Frame thickness is 1 inch and depth 0.75 inch. Fluted cardboard backing held with clips. Supplied ready to hang with sawtooth hanger and rubber bumpers. Spot clean with a damp cloth. Packaged foam wrapped in a card.
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Estimated Image Size (if not cropped) is 45.7cm x 50.8cm (18" x 20")
Estimated Product Size is 45.7cm x 55.9cm (18" x 22")
These are individually made so all sizes are approximate
Artwork printed orientated as per the preview above, with portrait (vertical) orientation to match the source image.
EDITORS COMMENTS
1. Title: "Andre Gill: A French Caricaturist in Happier Times (1868) - Before the Dreyfus Affair and the Ensuing Insanity" Andre Gill (1840-1885), a prolific French caricaturist, is best known for his satirical works that captured the political and social landscape of 19th-century France. In this photograph, Gill is seen in a more lighthearted moment, taken in 1868, long before the infamous Dreyfus Affair and the tragic turn his life would take. Gill's career as a caricaturist began in the late 1850s, and he quickly gained recognition for his sharp wit and biting satire. His works were published in various French periodicals, including "Le Charivari," which was known for its scathing political commentary. Gill's caricatures often targeted prominent figures of the time, including politicians, artists, and members of the aristocracy. However, Gill's stance on the Dreyfus Affair, a highly controversial case of anti-Semitic injustice that divided France in the late 1890s, would forever change his life. Gill, like many other prominent French figures, initially believed Alfred Dreyfus, a Jewish officer, was guilty of treason. This conviction was based on forged evidence and a deeply rooted anti-Semitic sentiment in French society at the time. The truth, however, was eventually revealed, and Dreyfus was exonerated. Gill, who had publicly defended his initial stance, was ostracized and faced public humiliation. The revelation took a heavy toll on Gill's mental health, and he was eventually institutionalized. Tragically, Gill spent the remaining years of his life in and out of mental institutions, unable to recover from the damage to his reputation. This photograph, taken in 1868, offers a glimpse into the life of a talented and influential caricaturist before the events that would forever alter his fate. It serves as a poignant reminder of the human cost of prejudice and the power of public opinion.
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