Bonnet Rouge Collection

Illustration of Bonnet rouge (Phrygian cap)

Britannia in French Stays, or Re-Form at the Expense of Constitution, published by
XJF212297 Britannia in French Stays, or Re-Form at the Expense of Constitution, published by Hannah Humphrey in 1793 (etching) by Gillray, James (1757-1815); Private Collection; English

Comforts of a Bed of Roses, published by Hannah Humphrey in 1806
NCO191273 Comforts of a Bed of Roses, published by Hannah Humphrey in 1806 (hand-coloured etching with aquatint) by Gillray

Declaration of the Rights of Man, 1793 (coloured engraving)
XIR219653 Declaration of the Rights of Man, 1793 (coloured engraving) by French School, (18th century); Bibliotheque Nationale, Paris

The red bonnet above the French revolutionary slogan, 1885 (lithograph)
5893615 The red bonnet above the French revolutionary slogan, 1885 (lithograph); (add.info.: The red bonnet or Phrygian cap with tricolor ribbons above the revolutionary slogan)

The Sick Prince, published by S.W. Fores in 1787 (etching)
NCO193114 The Sick Prince, published by S.W. Fores in 1787 (etching) by Gillray, James (1757-1815); Courtesy of the Warden and Scholars of New College, Oxford; (add.info.: George)

The Prince at Grass and The Prince in Clover, published by S.W. Fores in 1787 (hand-coloured etching)
NCO193109 The Prince at Grass and The Prince in Clover, published by S.W. Fores in 1787 (hand-coloured etching) by Gillray, James (1757-1815); Courtesy of the Warden and Scholars of New College

Lord Longbow, the Alarmist, discovering the Miseries of Ireland, pub. 1798 (hand coloured engraving)
2966817 Lord Longbow, the Alarmist, discovering the Miseries of Ireland, pub. 1798 (hand coloured engraving) by Gillray, James (1757-1815); Private Collection; (add.info)

The Scarlet Pimpernel to the Rescue, illustration for The Scarlet Pimpernel by Baroness Orczy (1865-1947) (colour litho)
IL193482 The Scarlet Pimpernel to the Rescue, illustration for The Scarlet Pimpernel by Baroness Orczy (1865-1947) (colour litho) by Michael, Arthur C

"Ninety-Three", the Fugitives in the Forest of La Saudraie (engraving)
1058430 " Ninety-Three", the Fugitives in the Forest of La Saudraie (engraving) by Fildes, Samuel Luke (1844-1927) (after); Private Collection; (add.info.: " Ninety-Three")

The Bishop of A Tuns Breeches; - The Flaming Eveque purifying the House of Office
2966880 The Bishop of A Tuns Breeches; - The Flaming Eveque purifying the House of Office! To the Patriots of France and England

Shrine at St Anns Hill, pub. 1798 (hand coloured engraving)
2966818 Shrine at St Anns Hill, pub. 1798 (hand coloured engraving) by Gillray, James (1757-1815); Private Collection; (add.info.: Charles James Fox (1749-1806); William Petty

The Daily Advertiser, pub. 1797 (hand coloured engraving)
2966813 The Daily Advertiser, pub. 1797 (hand coloured engraving) by Gillray, James (1757-1815); Private Collection; (add.info.: Charles James Fox (1749-1806) knocking at the gate of the Treasury

The Generae of Patriotism, or The Bloomsbury Farmer planting Bedfordshire Wheat, pub
2962480 The Generae of Patriotism, or The Bloomsbury Farmer planting Bedfordshire Wheat, pub. 1796 (hand coloured engraving) by Gillray

Comforts of a Bed of Roses: pub. Hannah Humphrey, 21st April
2636948 Comforts of a Bed of Roses: pub. Hannah Humphrey, 21st April, 1806 (hand coloured engraving) by Gillray, James (1757-1815); Private Collection; (add.info)

Britannia between death and the Doctors, pub. Hannah Humphrey, 20th May
2636946 Britannia between death and the Doctors, pub. Hannah Humphrey, 20th May, 1804 (hand coloured engraving) by Gillray

Overthrow of the Republican Babel, published by Hannah Humphrey in 1809
NCO190460 Overthrow of the Republican Babel, published by Hannah Humphrey in 1809 (hand-coloured etching) by Gillray, James (1757-1815); Courtesy of the Warden and Scholars of New College

Disciples catching the Mantle: the Spirit of Darkness overshadowing the Priests of Baal
NCO193135 Disciples catching the Mantle: the Spirit of Darkness overshadowing the Priests of Baal, published by Hannah Humphrey in 1808 (hand-coloured etching) by Gillray

Consequences of a Successful French Invasion, or We come to recover your long lost
NCO189768 Consequences of a Successful French Invasion, or We come to recover your long lost Liberties, 1798 (hand-coloured etching) by Gillray

French Generals retiring on account of their health: - with Lepaux presiding in
2966828 French Generals retiring on account of their health:- with Lepaux presiding in the Directorial Dispensary, pub. 1799 (hand coloured engraving) by Gillray

Destruction of the French Collossus, pub. 1798 (hand coloured engraving)
2966821 Destruction of the French Collossus, pub. 1798 (hand coloured engraving) by Gillray, James (1757-1815); Private Collection; The Stapleton Collection; English, out of copyright

Egyptian Sketches, published by Hannah Humphrey in 1799 (hand-coloured etching)
NCO190153 Egyptian Sketches, published by Hannah Humphrey in 1799 (hand-coloured etching) by Gillray, James (1757-1815); Courtesy of the Warden and Scholars of New College

The Generae of Patriotism, or The Bloomsbury Farmer planting Bedfordshire Wheat
NCO191755 The Generae of Patriotism, or The Bloomsbury Farmer planting Bedfordshire Wheat, published by Hannah Humphrey in 1796 (hand-coloured etching) by Gillray

A Paris Beau, published by Hannah Humphrey in 1794 (hand-coloured etching)
NCO189733 A Paris Beau, published by Hannah Humphrey in 1794 (hand-coloured etching) by Gillray, James (1757-1815); Courtesy of the Warden and Scholars of New College

Middlesex Election, 1804, or A Long Pull, a Strong Pull, and a Pull Alltogether
NCO189731 Middlesex Election, 1804, or A Long Pull, a Strong Pull, and a Pull Alltogether, published by Hannah Humphrey in 1804 (hand-coloured etching) by Gillray

True Reform of Parliament, i. e. Patriots lighting a Revolutionary Bonfire in New Palace
2655356 True Reform of Parliament, i.e. Patriots lighting a Revolutionary Bonfire in New Palace Yard, pub. Hannah Humphrey, 1809 (hand-coloured engraving) by Gillray

Egyptian Sketches, published Hannah Humphrey in 1799 (hand-coloured etching)
1275082 Egyptian Sketches, published Hannah Humphrey in 1799 (hand-coloured etching) by Gillray, James (1757-1815); Private Collection; (add.info)

The Noble Sans-Culotte, published by Hannah Humphrey in 1794 (etching)
NCO189758 The Noble Sans-Culotte, published by Hannah Humphrey in 1794 (etching) by Gillray, James (1757-1815); Courtesy of the Warden and Scholars of New College

The Eruption of the Mountain, or The Horrors of the Bocca del Inferno
NCO191756 The Eruption of the Mountain, or The Horrors of the Bocca del Inferno published by Hannah Humphrey in 1794 (hand-coloured etching) by Gillray

True Reform of Parliament, i. e. Patriots lighting a Revolutionary Bonfire in New Palace
NCO190495 True Reform of Parliament, i.e. Patriots lighting a Revolutionary Bonfire in New Palace Yard, published by Hannah Humphrey in 1809 (hand-coloured etching) by Gillray

Sans-Culottes Feeding Europe with the Bread of Liberty, published by Hannah Humphrey in
NCO189775 Sans-Culottes Feeding Europe with the Bread of Liberty, published by Hannah Humphrey in 1793 (hand-coloured etching) by Gillray

Tom Paines Nightly Pest, published by Hannah Humphrey in 1792 (hand-coloured etching
NCO189753 Tom Paines Nightly Pest, published by Hannah Humphrey in 1792 (hand-coloured etching) by Gillray, James (1757-1815); 29.3x36.4 cm; Courtesy of the Warden and Scholars of New College

End of the Irish Invasion or the Destruction of the French Armada, pub
2636940 End of the Irish Invasion or the Destruction of the French Armada, pub. Hannah Humphrey, 20th January, 1797 (hand coloured engraving) by Gillray

Improvement in Weights & Measures or Sir John Seeclear discovering every balance of every
2962484 Improvement in Weights & Measures or Sir John Seeclear discovering every balance of every British Flag, pub. 1798 (hand coloured engraving) by Gillray

Preparing for the Grand Attack, or a Private Rehearsal of The ci-devant Ministry in
2966830 Preparing for the Grand Attack, or a Private Rehearsal of The ci-devant Ministry in Danger, pub. 1801 (hand coloured engraving) by Gillray

End of the Irish Invasion or The Desruction of the French Armada, pub
2966811 End of the Irish Invasion or The Desruction of the French Armada, pub. 1797 (hand coloured engraving) by Gillray, James (1757-1815); Private Collection; (add.info)

Fashion Before Ease, or A Good Constitution Sacrificed for a Fantastic Form, pub
2655351 Fashion Before Ease, or A Good Constitution Sacrificed for a Fantastic Form, pub. 1793 (hand coloured engraving) by Woodward

Patriotic Regeneration, -Viz. - Parliament Reform d A la Francoise
NCO189756 Patriotic Regeneration, -Viz.- Parliament Reform d A la Francoise, - That Is- Honest Men (i.e. Opposition) in the Seat of Justice

The Nursery! with Britannia reposing in Peace, published by Hannah Humphrey in 1802
NCO190467 The Nursery! with Britannia reposing in Peace, published by Hannah Humphrey in 1802 (hand-coloured etching) by Gillray

The Bear and his Leader, published by Hannah Humphrey in 1806 (hand-coloured etching)
NCO193178 The Bear and his Leader, published by Hannah Humphrey in 1806 (hand-coloured etching) by Gillray, James (1757-1815); Courtesy of the Warden and Scholars of New College

Democratic Levelling: Alliance a la Francaise, or The Union of the Coronet
NCO193103 Democratic Levelling: Alliance a la Francaise, or The Union of the Coronet and the Clyster-Pipe, published by Hannah Humphrey in 1796 (hand-coloured etching) by Gillray

A Peep into the Cave of Jacobinism, or Magna est Veritas et praevalebit
NCO189729 A Peep into the Cave of Jacobinism, or Magna est Veritas et praevalebit, published by Hannah Humphrey in 1798 (hand-coloured etching) by Gillray

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"Bonnet Rouge: A Symbol of Revolutionary Spirit and Political Expression" The iconic Bonnet rouge, also known as the Phrygian cap, has long been associated with revolutionary movements and political expression. This powerful symbol is depicted in various illustrations throughout history, capturing the essence of its significance. In one illustration titled "Britannia in French Stays, or Re-Form at the Expense of Constitution, " published by an unknown artist, we witness Britannia donning the Bonnet rouge. This image suggests that even across borders, this symbol transcends nationality and represents a shared desire for change. Another captivating artwork from 1806 called "Comforts of a Bed of Roses, " published by Hannah Humphrey, showcases a person wearing the Bonnet rouge while resting on a bed adorned with roses. This juxtaposition highlights both comfort and rebellion—a reminder that fighting for one's rights often comes at great personal sacrifice. One cannot discuss the Bonnet rouge without mentioning its association with significant historical events. The colored engraving titled "Declaration of the Rights of Man" from 1793 depicts this emblem prominently displayed alongside other revolutionary symbols. It serves as a visual representation of unity and equality during tumultuous times. Furthermore, hand-colored engravings like "Lord Longbow, the Alarmist discovering Miseries of Ireland" (1798) and "The Tree of Liberty Must be Planted Immediately" (1797) showcase how individuals used this symbol to express their discontent with oppressive regimes. These images depict people proudly wearing their red caps while advocating for justice and freedom. Hannah Humphrey's publication in 1805 titled "The Arms of France" portrays an intricate design featuring crossed swords topped by none other than the Bonnet rouge itself. This emblematic representation emphasizes France's revolutionary spirit and determination to defend its ideals. Political satire was another medium through which artists expressed their views using imagery related to bonnets rouges.