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Preliminaries of Peace, or John Bull and his Little Friends Marching to Paris
NCO190142 Preliminaries of Peace, or John Bull and his Little Friends Marching to Paris, published by Hannah Humphrey in 1801 (hand-coloured etching) by Gillray, James (1757-1815); Courtesy of the Warden and Scholars of New College, Oxford; (add.info.: preliminary articles of peace between France and the United Kingdom were signed in London in October 1801; formal signature was on 25 March, 1802; shield with Union Jack, sack of money and documents floating in the water; ); English, out of copyright
Media ID 22339866
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Accord Agreement Bonnet Rouge Bugle Celebrating Drum Drummer Dwarf Dwarves English Channel Midgets Monkeys Mythical Creatures Olive Branch Parade Personification Plank Political Satire Preliminary Rejoicing Rule Britannia
12"x10" Modern Frame
Experience the rich history of art with our exquisite Framed Prints from Media Storehouse. This captivating piece, titled "Preliminaries of Peace, or John Bull and his Little Friends Marching to Paris," is a hand-coloured etching published by Hannah Humphrey in 1801, created by the renowned British satirist James Gillray. Witness the iconic image of John Bull leading his allies towards Paris, symbolizing the British victory in the War of the Second Coalition. Each Framed Print is meticulously crafted and beautifully presented, allowing you to bring a piece of history into your home or office. Embrace the timeless charm of this fine art print and relish in its intricate details. Order yours today and embark on a journey through the annals of art history with Media Storehouse.
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 captivating print titled "Preliminaries of Peace, or John Bull and his Little Friends Marching to Paris" by James Gillray takes us back to the year 1801 when preliminary articles of peace were signed between France and the United Kingdom. This hand-coloured etching, published by Hannah Humphrey, showcases a scene filled with political satire and celebration. In the foreground, we see John Bull - personifying England - leading a lively procession towards Paris. He is accompanied by an eclectic group of characters including monkeys, dwarves, and mythical creatures. The drummers set the rhythm for this joyous march while holding olive branches symbolizing peace. Floating in the water behind them is a shield adorned with the Union Jack along with sacks of money and important documents representing the negotiations that took place. It's clear that these preliminary agreements have brought about great rejoicing among both nations. As we explore further into this intricate artwork, we notice elements such as bonnet rouge (a symbol associated with revolutionary France), dancing crowds, rule Britannia references, liberty poles, bridges over the English Channel coastline – all cleverly incorporated to convey deeper political messages. Gillray's satirical genius shines through in every detail of this engraving. Through humor and wit, he captures both the significance of these diplomatic achievements and their impact on society at large. This historical piece serves as a reminder not only of past events but also highlights how art can be used to reflect upon politics and celebrate significant milestones in our shared history.
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