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The Marriage of Cupid & Psyche, pub. 1797 (hand coloured engraving)
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The Marriage of Cupid & Psyche, pub. 1797 (hand coloured engraving)
3035678 The Marriage of Cupid & Psyche, pub. 1797 (hand coloured engraving) by Gillray, James (1757-1815); Private Collection; (add.info.: Elizabeth Farren (c.1759-1829); Edward Smith-Stanley, Earl of Derby, (1752-1834); Miss Farren as Psyche and Edward Smith-Stanley as Cupid; parody of the famous Marlborough Gem cameo; ); The Stapleton Collection; English, out of copyright
Media ID 22487698
© The Stapleton Collection / Bridgeman Images
Cherubim Commemoration Coronet Extinguished Hanoverian Pot Belly Putti Skinny Social Satire Veil Wizened Cherub Cherubs
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This print captures the whimsical and satirical essence of James Gillray's "The Marriage of Cupid & Psyche" published in 1797. Hand-colored with intricate detail, this engraving showcases a parody of the famous Marlborough Gem cameo. In this scene, we see Elizabeth Farren (c. 1759-1829) portraying Psyche and Edward Smith-Stanley, Earl of Derby (1752-1834), as Cupid. Miss Farren is depicted with delicate wings and a crown atop her wizened head, while Lord Derby sports a pot belly and a skinny frame. The Georgian era comes to life through their exaggerated caricatures. As they stand together in matrimony, surrounded by an enchanting procession, the torch of Hymen illuminates their union. This wedding celebration serves as both a commemoration and social satire on the customs and traditions of the time. The image is filled with symbolic elements such as birds, veils, coronets, putti cherubs that add depth to its narrative. The nudity displayed by these mythical characters adds an element of vulnerability and innocence to their portrayal. With his masterful engraving technique, Gillray manages to capture not only the physical attributes but also the spirit behind each character in this piece. It serves as a testament to his talent for blending humor with artistic finesse. Overall, this hand-colored engraving offers viewers an intriguing glimpse into Georgian society through its clever use of satire and visual storytelling
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