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Fighting for the Dunghill or Jack Tar settling Buonaparte, pub
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Fighting for the Dunghill or Jack Tar settling Buonaparte, pub
2966822 Fighting for the Dunghill or Jack Tar settling Buonaparte, pub. 1798 (hand coloured engraving) by Gillray, James (1757-1815); Private Collection; (add.info.: Napoleon Bonaparte (1769 - 1821); reference to English victory at the Battle of the Nile; Jack Tars toe on Malta which rose against the French under the protection of a British blockade in 1798; ); The Stapleton Collection; English, out of copyright
Media ID 23446546
© The Stapleton Collection / Bridgeman Images
Bicorn Bleeding Boxing Match Bruised Brute Cockade Defeated Emaciated French Defeat Globe Lace Cuffs Political Satire Punch Reeling Robust Sailor Scrawny Strike Weak Naval Victory
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is a captivating hand-coloured engraving by James Gillray, depicting an iconic moment in history. The print showcases Napoleon Bonaparte's defeat at the Battle of the Nile and references England's naval victory over France. In this satirical political cartoon, Gillray personifies the British Navy as a robust sailor named Jack Tar. With his bicorn hat and lace cuffs, he stands tall and confident, symbolizing the strength of the British Empire. In contrast, Napoleon appears weak and emaciated, representing France's defeat. The scene takes place on a map of Europe with Africa in the background. The two adversaries engage in a boxing match where Jack Tar delivers a powerful blow to Napoleon's face, causing him to reel back with a bleeding nose. The French emperor looks bruised and defeated while struggling to maintain his balance. Gillray cleverly incorporates elements of satire throughout this artwork. He portrays Napoleon as scrawny and cocky while highlighting Britain's dominance through its naval victory. This print serves as both historical documentation and political commentary on European power dynamics during that time. This particular print from Fine Art Finder captures every intricate detail of Gillray's masterful engraving. It allows viewers to appreciate not only the artistic skill but also understand the underlying message conveyed through this piece of art history.
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