Fine Art Print : Cartoon, Westminster Conscripts under the Training Act
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Cartoon, Westminster Conscripts under the Training Act
Cartoon, Westminster Conscripts under the Training Act, by James Gillray. Showing Napoleon training a group of British politicians, including Charles James Fox, who are seen to be in a state of disorder -- a satire on the peace negotiations and Windhams Training Act, under which conscripts would be chosen by ballot to form a defence force. Date: 1806
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1800s 1806 Comment Conscription Conscripts Criticism Defence Disorder Gillray Grenville Harsh Incompetent Legislation Ministers Napoleon Negotiations Peace Politicians Ridicule Satire Satirical Sheridan Talleyrand Treasury Westminster Windham
21"x14" (+3" Border) Fine Art Print
Bring a touch of historical wit and satire into your home or office with our exquisite selection of Fine Art Prints from Media Storehouse. This captivating print, "Westminster Conscripts under the Training Act" by James Gillray, is a classic example of the political cartoons of the 18th and 19th centuries. Depicting a humorous take on the British political landscape of the time, this print features Napoleon Bonaparte training a group of British politicians, including Charles James Fox. Each print is meticulously reproduced from the original at Mary Evans Prints Online, ensuring the highest quality and authenticity. Add this stunning piece to your collection and start a conversation with every visitor to your space.
21x14 image printed on 27x20 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 51.1cm x 35.5cm (20.1" x 14")
Estimated Product Size is 68.6cm x 50.8cm (27" x 20")
These are individually made so all sizes are approximate
Artwork printed orientated as per the preview above, with landscape (horizontal) orientation to match the source image.
EDITORS COMMENTS
This satirical print by James Gillray, titled "Cartoon, Westminster Conscripts under the Training Act," offers a harsh critique of the political landscape in London during the early 19th century. The image depicts Napoleon Bonaparte overseeing a group of disheveled and incompetent British politicians, including Charles James Fox, William Grenville, and Richard Sheridan, as they undergo training under the newly passed Windham's Training Act. The act, which aimed to form a defence force through conscription by ballot, was a response to the ongoing peace negotiations with France and the perceived need to strengthen Britain's military capabilities. The chaotic scene in the print reflects the political instability and disarray of the time. Grenville, who served as the Prime Minister, is shown struggling to keep his hat on as he attempts to hold a rifle. Fox, a prominent opposition leader, is depicted with a quizzical expression and a bottle of liquor, while Sheridan, a former Chancellor of the Exchequer, is shown tripping over a stack of books. In the background, Talleyrand, the French diplomat, looks on with amusement. Napoleon, with a smirk on his face, oversees the scene, symbolizing the perceived threat of French influence on British politics. The overall effect of the print is to ridicule the politicians and the legislation itself, highlighting the chaos and incompetence of the political establishment during a time of great uncertainty and upheaval. The print, created in 1806, offers a fascinating glimpse into the political climate of the time and the use of satire as a tool for commenting on current events. It also underscores the importance of understanding the historical context of political cartoons and their role in shaping public opinion and engaging with complex political issues.
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