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Framed Print : The Jersey Smuggler detected, or Good cause for Separation
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The Jersey Smuggler detected, or Good cause for Separation
3035671 The Jersey Smuggler detected, or Good cause for Separation, Marriage Vows are False as Dicers oaths, pub. 1796 (hand coloured engraving) by Gillray, James (1757-1815); Private Collection; (add.info.: George, Prince of Wales (1762-1830) caught in bed with Frances Villiers (nee Twysden), Countess of Jersey (1753-1821) by his wife, Caroline of Brunswick (1768-1821); the couple separated in 1806; ); The Stapleton Collection; English, out of copyright
Media ID 23428594
© The Stapleton Collection / Bridgeman Images
7 Deadly Sins Adulterer Adultery Affair Anger Angry Bedchamber Betrayal Cheating Consort Disgust Dissolute Embarrassment Embrace Finery Furor Fury Hanoverian Horror Liaison Lover Mistress Princess Rage Regent Scandal Seven Deadly Sins Shame Surprised Unfaithful Lovers
12"x10" Modern Frame
Add a touch of historical intrigue to your home decor with Media Storehouse's Framed Prints featuring Bridgeman Images from Fine Art Finder. This captivating piece, titled "The Jersey Smuggler detected, or Good cause for Separation," is an 18th-century hand-colored engraving by James Gillray. Witness the drama unfold as the Jersey Smuggler is caught in the act, a moment that could have serious consequences for the marriage vows of those involved. Bring the allure of the past into your present with this stunning, authentic work of art.
10x8 Print in an MDF Wooden Frame with 180 gsm Satin Finish Paper. Glazed using shatter proof thin plexi glass. Frame thickness is 1 inch and depth 0.75 inch. Fluted cardboard backing held with clips. Supplied ready to hang with sawtooth hanger and rubber bumpers. Spot clean with a damp cloth. Packaged foam wrapped in a card.
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Estimated Image Size (if not cropped) is 25.4cm x 25.4cm (10" x 10")
Estimated Product Size is 30.5cm x 25.4cm (12" x 10")
These are individually made so all sizes are approximate
Artwork printed orientated as per the preview above, with landscape (horizontal) or portrait (vertical) orientation to match the source image.
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The Jersey Smuggler detected, or Good cause for Separation
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is a captivating and scandalous print that captures a moment of betrayal and fury in the highest echelons of society. Created by James Gillray in 1796, this hand-colored engraving depicts an explosive scene involving George, Prince of Wales, Frances Villiers (nee Twysden), Countess of Jersey, and Caroline of Brunswick. In this dramatic image, we witness the shocking discovery made by Princess Caroline as she catches her husband red-handed with his mistress in their bedchamber. The expressions on their faces reveal a range of emotions - from surprise to horror to anger. The intricate details in the artwork highlight the luxurious finery worn by all three individuals, emphasizing their privileged status despite their moral transgressions. This print not only exposes the infidelity within royal circles but also serves as a scathing commentary on marriage vows being treated as false promises akin to dice games. It sheds light on the dissolution of trust and love between spouses due to extramarital affairs. Gillray's satirical approach adds another layer to this already scandalous narrative. Through his clever caricature techniques, he manages to capture both public fascination and disgust towards such immoral behavior among those who are supposed to embody virtue. "The Jersey Smuggler detected" remains an enduring piece that continues to captivate audiences with its portrayal of adultery, betrayal, and societal hypocrisy.
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