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Fine Art Print : Weird Sisters; Ministers of Darkness; Minions of the Moon, published by Hannah Humphrey
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Weird Sisters; Ministers of Darkness; Minions of the Moon, published by Hannah Humphrey
NCO189714 Weird Sisters; Ministers of Darkness; Minions of the Moon, published by Hannah Humphrey, 1791 (etching with aquatint) by Gillray, James (1757-1815); Courtesy of the Warden and Scholars of New College, Oxford; (add.info.: visual metaphor of lunacy during the time of George IIIs (1738-1820) madness; William Pitt the Younger (1759-1806); crescent profile of Queen Charlotte (1744-1818); profile of George III (1738-1820) in the shadow of the moon; parody of the three witches from Macbeth depicted by Henry Fuseli; ); English, out of copyright
Media ID 23199934
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Henry Dundas Illness Insanity Minister 1742 1811 Constitutional Crisis Edward Thurlow
20"x16" (+3" Border) Fine Art Print
Experience the enchanting and eerie world of the Weird Sisters, as depicted in this exquisite etching with aquatint by James Gillray, published by Hannah Humphrey. This fine art print, from the Media Storehouse collection available through Bridgeman Images and Fine Art Finder, captures the intrigue and mystery of Shakespeare's infamous witches. With their otherworldly features and dark allure, these Ministers of Darkness and Minions of the Moon will cast a spell over any space in your home or office. Add a touch of the supernatural to your decor with this beautiful and authentic work of art.
20x16 image printed on 26x22 Fine Art Rag Paper with 3" (76mm) white border. Our Fine Art Prints are printed on 300gsm 100% acid free, PH neutral paper with archival properties. This printing method is used by museums and art collections to exhibit photographs and art reproductions.
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Estimated Image Size (if not cropped) is 50.8cm x 36.9cm (20" x 14.5")
Estimated Product Size is 66cm x 55.9cm (26" x 22")
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Artwork printed orientated as per the preview above, with landscape (horizontal) orientation to match the source image.
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The print titled "Weird Sisters; Ministers of Darkness; Minions of the Moon" captures a visual metaphor of lunacy during the reign of King George III. Published by Hannah Humphrey in 1791, this etching with aquatint was created by James Gillray, an English artist known for his satirical works. In this intriguing artwork, we see a crescent profile of Queen Charlotte and the shadowy figure of King George III beneath the moon. The image parodies the three witches from Shakespeare's Macbeth as depicted by Henry Fuseli. It symbolizes the constitutional crisis and political turmoil that plagued England during this period. Gillray cleverly incorporates elements such as William Pitt the Younger and Edward Thurlow, both prominent figures at that time. The print serves as a commentary on their roles as ministers who seemingly perpetuated darkness and chaos within society. Furthermore, it alludes to King George III's struggle with mental illness, which had significant consequences for his reign. The composition skillfully portrays the madness that overshadowed his rule while highlighting how influential individuals like Pitt and Thurlow played into these circumstances. This engraving offers a glimpse into history through its allegorical representation. Its intricate details and thought-provoking symbolism make it an important piece within British art history. Courtesy of New College, Oxford, this print continues to fascinate viewers with its exploration of power dynamics, insanity, and political intrigue during one tumultuous era in England's past.
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