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King Joe disposing of his Spanish Crown!!! Pub. 1808 (hand coloured engraving)
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King Joe disposing of his Spanish Crown!!! Pub. 1808 (hand coloured engraving)
2966788 King Joe disposing of his Spanish Crown!!! Pub. 1808 (hand coloured engraving) by English School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Joseph-Napoleon Bonaparte (1768 A- 1844): King of Naples and Sicily (1806A-1808); King of Spain (1808A-1813); ); The Stapleton Collection; English, out of copyright
Media ID 22797156
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King Joe's Defiant Act - A Symbolic Disposal of Power
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. This hand-coloured engraving, titled "King Joe disposing of his Spanish Crown!!!", captures a pivotal moment in history. Created by an English School artist in 1808, it portrays Joseph-Napoleon Bonaparte, also known as King Joe, relinquishing his Spanish crown amidst political turmoil. Joseph-Napoleon Bonaparte was appointed as the puppet king of Spain by his brother Napoleon Bonaparte during the Napoleonic era. However, faced with growing opposition and resistance from the Spanish people, this image represents a significant turning point in his reign. The composition depicts King Joe standing tall and resolute, adorned in regal attire and wearing a distinctive crown. Surrounding him are soldiers and onlookers witnessing this historic act unfold. The presence of a monk suggests religious implications tied to the monarchy's authority. Political satire is evident through caricatured figures like John Bull representing England and French influences symbolized by soldiers present at the scene. This print serves as both social commentary and historical documentation capturing tensions between nations during this period. Now part of a private collection called The Stapleton Collection, this engraving offers viewers an intriguing glimpse into European politics during the early 19th century. It invites contemplation on themes such as power dynamics, national identity, and resistance against foreign rule. As we gaze upon this remarkable piece from Bridgeman Images' Fine Art Finder archives today, let us reflect
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