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Democracy, or a Sketch of the Life of Buonaparte, published by Hannah Humphrey in 1800
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Democracy, or a Sketch of the Life of Buonaparte, published by Hannah Humphrey in 1800
NCO189769 Democracy, or a Sketch of the Life of Buonaparte, published by Hannah Humphrey in 1800 (hand-coloured etching) by Gillray, James (1757-1815); Courtesy of the Warden and Scholars of New College, Oxford; (add.info.: Napoleon Bonaparte (1769-1821) born into poverty in Corsica; Napoleon reveives a scholarship to the Ecole Militaire; Napoleon leads the Regicide Banditti; Napoleon assumes Turkish habits in Cairo after swearing the Catholic Oath; deserting the army in Egypt; leading a coup against the French Republic; ); English, out of copyright
Media ID 23354930
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This hand-coloured etching, titled "Democracy, or a Sketch of the Life of Buonaparte" captures the turbulent and complex life of Napoleon Bonaparte. Created by James Gillray in 1800 and published by Hannah Humphrey, this political satire offers a series of scenes that depict various aspects of Napoleon's rise to power. From his humble beginnings in Corsica to his military training at Ecole Militaire, the print showcases how Napoleon led the Regicide Banditti and assumed Turkish habits during his time in Cairo. It also highlights his desertion from the army in Egypt and subsequent coup against the French Republic. The image is filled with symbolic elements such as looting soldiers, starving citizens, haunted spirits, and kneeling Jacobins. These symbols represent themes like destruction, poverty, democratic courage, gratitude towards democracy, and even nightmares associated with Napoleon's rule. The artist uses caricature techniques to portray both admiration for Napoleon's achievements (enthroned on a hearth) and criticism for his autocratic tendencies (hookah pipe). The inclusion of children adulating him further emphasizes these conflicting perspectives. Overall, this satirical cartoon provides a visual commentary on key moments in Napoleon's life while shedding light on broader themes related to democracy during that era. Its detailed engravings offer viewers an opportunity to reflect upon history through art.
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