Rb Sheridan Collection
RB Sheridan was a prolific playwright and politician who lived from 1751 to 1816
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RB Sheridan was a prolific playwright and politician who lived from 1751 to 1816. He is best known for his works such as "The Duenna" and "Little Isaac, " which were written in April 1784 by William Paulet Carey. Another famous work of his, "The Honeymoon, " was created in 1806 by Charles Williams. Sheridan's impact on society can be seen through various satirical cartoons and illustrations that were published during his time. One such illustration, titled "Clearing Away the Rubbish" and drawn in 1811 by Charles Williams, depicts Sheridan's ability to dismantle political obstacles. In addition to being a playwright, Sheridan also had a career in politics. This is evident in the cartoon titled "Pillars of the Constitution, " created by James Gillray in February 1809. The cartoon highlights Sheridan's role as an influential figure shaping the foundations of governance. Sheridan's wit and humor are further showcased through caricatures like "Blowing-up the Pic-Nic s; -or-Harlequin Quixote Attacking the Puppets. " This piece, attributed to Totten, exemplifies how he used satire to critique societal norms. Despite facing opposition throughout his career, Sheridan remained resilient. In Thomas Rowlandson's illustration called "Suitable Restrictions" from January 1789, we see him navigating challenges with determination. Another notable portrayal of Sheridan can be found in James Gillray's artwork titled "Uncorking Old Sherry. " Created on March 10th, 1805, this caricature captures both his theatrical persona and political influence. Throughout history, it has been recognized as a prominent figure whose ideas challenged traditional conventions. His impact is evident even today through pieces like Thomas Rowlandson's depiction of him sweating for opposition in March 1789 or Rowlandson’s “Public Characters” from April 1, 1801.