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Le Baiser a la Wirtembourg, published by Hannah Humphrey in 1797 (hand-coloured etching)
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Le Baiser a la Wirtembourg, published by Hannah Humphrey in 1797 (hand-coloured etching)
NCO190143 Le Baiser a la Wirtembourg, published by Hannah Humphrey in 1797 (hand-coloured etching) by Gillray, James (1757-1815); Courtesy of the Warden and Scholars of New College, Oxford; (add.info.: marriage of Princess Charlotte (1766-1828) to Prince Frederick of Wurttemberg (1754-1816) in 1797; eldest daughter of George III (1738-1820); ); English, out of copyright
Media ID 22341454
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Arrangement Betrothed Black Bow Breeches Bride Brocade Carpet Corpulent Dagger Elaborate Dress Embrace Engaged Engagement Epaulettes Extravagant Feathers Fiance Gown Groom Hanoverian Kissing Medals Nuptial Obese Opulent Portly Queue Refined Sacrement Sash Stout Tiara Veil
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The hand-coloured etching titled "Le Baiser a la Wirtembourg" captures the extravagant and opulent wedding of Princess Charlotte to Prince Frederick of Wurttemberg in 1797. Published by Hannah Humphrey, this satirical caricature by James Gillray offers a humorous take on the betrothed couple's union. In this Georgian-era cartoon, we see an amusing portrayal of the bride and groom. The corpulent princess is dressed in an elaborate gown, adorned with feathers, medals, and a tiara. Her portly figure contrasts with her soon-to-be husband's slim build as he stands beside her in breeches and an elegant black bow. As they embrace for their nuptial kiss, the scene becomes even more comical. The groom struggles to reach his fiancée due to her ample size while holding a dagger at his side – perhaps symbolizing both his commitment and potential challenges ahead. The artist's attention to detail is evident throughout the print. From the refined queue hairstyle worn by both individuals to their exaggerated facial expressions, every element adds depth to this satirical representation. While poking fun at their physical attributes and highlighting societal norms of that time period regarding beauty standards, Gillray manages to capture the essence of this significant event through wit and artistic skill. This engraving serves as a testament not only to historical events but also as a reminder that humor can be found even within formal occasions such as weddings.
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