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Canvas Print : Duke Williams Ghost, published by Hannah Humphrey in 1799 (hand-coloured etching)
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Duke Williams Ghost, published by Hannah Humphrey in 1799 (hand-coloured etching)
NCO193123 Duke Williams Ghost, published by Hannah Humphrey in 1799 (hand-coloured etching) by Gillray, James (1757-1815); Courtesy of the Warden and Scholars of New College, Oxford; (add.info.: Lord William Wyndham Grenville (1749-1834); George, Prince of Wales (1732-1830); ); English, out of copyright
Media ID 22341448
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Appearance Asleep Bicorn Bottle Buttocks Chubby Cockade Disarray Dishevelled Drunk Drunkard Eerie Enormous Feathers Grains Haunted Haunting Hourglass Overweight Phantom Plumes Political Satire Prinnie Queue Regent Sands Sinister Spectre Tiara Timer Unconscious Vision Visitation Regency Sprawled
20"x16" (51x41cm) Canvas Print
Bring history to life with our exquisite Canvas Prints from Media Storehouse, featuring the hauntingly intriguing image of Duke Williams Ghost by James Gillray. Published by Hannah Humphrey in 1799, this hand-coloured etching by Bridgeman Images from Fine Art Finder captures the enigmatic Duke Williams, a character from the popular satirical print of the time. Add an air of mystery and charm to any room with this stunning piece of historical art, expertly reproduced onto high-quality canvas for a vibrant and detailed finish. A must-have for art enthusiasts and history buffs alike.
Delivered stretched and ready to hang our premium quality canvas prints are made from a polyester/cotton blend canvas and stretched over a 1.25" (32mm) kiln dried knot free wood stretcher bar. Packaged in a plastic bag and secured to a cardboard insert for safe transit.
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Estimated Product Size is 50.8cm x 40.6cm (20" x 16")
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Artwork printed orientated as per the preview above, with landscape (horizontal) orientation to match the source image.
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The captivating hand-coloured etching titled "Duke Williams Ghost" takes us back to the year 1799, a time of political turmoil and satirical expression. Created by James Gillray and published by Hannah Humphrey, this artwork offers a glimpse into the Georgian era's biting sense of humor. In this scene, we find Lord William Wyndham Grenville, an esteemed statesman, fast asleep in his disheveled bedroom. Unbeknownst to him, a phantom-like figure emerges from the clouds with eerie plumes and feathers adorning its chubby frame. This spectre represents none other than George, Prince of Wales - known for his extravagant lifestyle and love for indulgence. The artist skillfully captures the essence of political satire as he portrays Grenville sprawled on his bed in an unconscious state. The room is filled with spilled wine bottles and an hourglass ominously counting down the sands of time. A cockade tiara rests haphazardly on Grenville's head while his bicorn hat lies discarded nearby. Through this haunting visitation, Gillray exposes Grenville's perceived weaknesses: his overweight appearance and alleged fondness for drink. The caricature serves as a scathing commentary on both politicians' actions during that period. This engraving not only showcases Gillray's artistic prowess but also highlights the power of visual satire in shedding light on societal issues. It remains a testament to how art can transcend time and continue to provoke thought centuries later.
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