Home > Europe > United Kingdom > England > London > Fashion
The Soldiers Return, or Rare News for Old England, published by Hannah Humphrey in
Wall Art and Photo Gifts from Fine Art Finder
The Soldiers Return, or Rare News for Old England, published by Hannah Humphrey in
NCO193141 The Soldiers Return, or Rare News for Old England, published by Hannah Humphrey in 1791 (hand-coloured etching) by Gillray, James (1757-1815); Courtesy of the Warden and Scholars of New College, Oxford; (add.info.: Frederica Charlotte Ulrica Catherina, Duchess of York and Albany (1767-1820) and her husband Frederick, Duke of York and Albany (1763-1827), Son of George III; Commander-in-Chief of the Army. The Duke of York and his bride walk arm in arm in the manner of a tramping soldier and his wife. A large bundle on his back is inscribed; L.3000000. he uses his sabre as a walking-stick. She is pregnant, and carries a large money-bag; Pin Money £ 50000 Pr Annm. Behind them in the distance is a castle with a flag inscribed; Berlin. The Duke wears regimentals with his star; the Duchess wears a simple straw hat, tilted back to show a tiara. Beneath the title is etched; " See the conquering Hero comes". One of many satires on the marriage of the Duke of York with the Princess Frederika, eldest daughter of the King of Prussia, which took place at Berlin on the 1st of October, 1791. The royal couple arrived at Dover on their way to London, on the 21st of the same month. The beauty of the Duchess, her diminutive foot and the money she brought to her husband, were common subjects of conversation at the time this caricature was published
); English, out of copyright
Media ID 22341458
© Bridgeman Images
Arm In Arm Bicorn Cockade Fashionable Dress Hanoverian Income Royal Family Veil Lovers Strolling
FEATURES IN THESE COLLECTIONS
> Animals
> Birds
> Columbiformes
> Doves
> Related Images
> Arts
> Artists
> B
> George Back
> Arts
> Artists
> G
> James Gillray
> Arts
> Pop art
> Satire
> Satirical artwork
> Asia
> Georgia
> Related Images
> Europe
> United Kingdom
> England
> Castles
> Europe
> United Kingdom
> England
> London
> Fashion
> Europe
> United Kingdom
> England
> London
> Royalty
> Europe
> United Kingdom
> England
> Oxford
> Europe
> United Kingdom
> England
> Posters
> Fine Art Finder
> Artists
> James Gillray
> Fine Art Finder
> Cartoons, Caricatures & Humour
The Soldiers Return, or Rare News for Old England
EDITORS COMMENTS
is a captivating hand-coloured etching published by Hannah Humphrey in 1791. The artwork, created by James Gillray, offers a satirical take on the marriage of Frederick, Duke of York and Albany, and Frederica Charlotte Ulrica Catherina, Duchess of York and Albany. In this humorous scene, the Duke and Duchess are depicted walking arm in arm like tramping soldiers. The Duke carries a large bundle inscribed with an eye-catching sum of L. 3000000 while using his sabre as a walking stick. Meanwhile, the pregnant Duchess carries a money bag labeled "Pin Money £50000 Pr Annm". Behind them stands a castle with the flag of Berlin. The caricature highlights various aspects of their union that were widely discussed at the time. The beauty of the Duchess, her tiny foot (a symbol of femininity), and her substantial dowry were all subjects that captured public attention. Gillray's intricate details bring this satire to life; from the Duke's regimentals adorned with his star to the simple straw hat tilted back on the Duchess' head to reveal her tiara. "The Soldiers Return" serves as both entertainment and social commentary on royal marriages during that era. It invites viewers to reflect upon societal expectations placed upon couples in positions of power while offering light-hearted amusement through its exaggerated portrayal. This print provides us with an intriguing glimpse into history through artistry—a reminder that even centuries ago, political unions sparked curiosity and conversation among people from all walks of life.
MADE IN THE USA
Safe Shipping with 30 Day Money Back Guarantee
FREE PERSONALISATION*
We are proud to offer a range of customisation features including Personalised Captions, Color Filters and Picture Zoom Tools
SECURE PAYMENTS
We happily accept a wide range of payment options so you can pay for the things you need in the way that is most convenient for you
* Options may vary by product and licensing agreement. Zoomed Pictures can be adjusted in the Cart.
