Sir Cecil Wray Collection

Mars and Venus or Sir Cecil chastised (engraving)
605295 Mars and Venus or Sir Cecil chastised (engraving) by Collings, Samuel (fl.1784-95) (after); Private Collection; (add.info.: Mars and Venus, or Sir Cecil chastised)

A Scene at the New Theatre, Covent Garden: satire depicting a political hustings in Covent Garden, London
6032190 A Scene at the New Theatre, Covent Garden: satire depicting a political hustings in Covent Garden, London, 1784 (engraving) by English School

Parliamentary Elections and Electioneering in the Old Days (engraving)
1041270 Parliamentary Elections and Electioneering in the Old Days (engraving) by English School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info)

Parliamentary Elections and Electioneering in the Old Days (engraving)
1041269 Parliamentary Elections and Electioneering in the Old Days (engraving) by English School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info)

Sir Cecil Wray in the Pillory, May 7, 1784. May 7, 1784. Creator: Thomas Rowlandson
Sir Cecil Wray in the Pillory, May 7, 1784

The Westminster Deserter Drum d Out of The Regiment, May 18, 1784. May 18, 1784
The Westminster Deserter Drum d Out of The Regiment, May 18, 1784

Madam Blubber On Her Canvass, April 22, 1784. April 22, 1784. Creator: Thomas Rowlandson
Madam Blubber On Her Canvass, April 22, 1784

Madam Blubbers Last Shift or The Aerostatic Dilly, April 29, 1784. April 29, 1784
Madam Blubbers Last Shift or The Aerostatic Dilly, April 29, 1784

Sir Cecils Budget For Paying The National Debt, March 30, 1784. March 30, 1784
Sir Cecils Budget For Paying The National Debt, March 30, 1784

The Rival Candidates, April 8, 1784. April 8, 1784. Creator: Thomas Rowlandson
The Rival Candidates, April 8, 1784

The Westminster Watchman, April 12, 1784. April 12, 1784. Creator: Thomas Rowlandson
The Westminster Watchman, April 12, 1784

The scrutiny, or examination of the filth, 1784. Five men, holding their noses and examining chamber pots, with devils in the background on either side. One man is vomiting

The Westminster mendicant, 1784. Artist: Thomas Rowlandson
The Westminster mendicant, 1784. A blind beggar, Sir Cecil Wray, being led by his dog. This satire is a reference to Wrays lack of success in contesting the Westminster constituency at the 1784

The Westminster Watchman, 1784. Artist: Thomas Rowlandson
The Westminster Watchman, 1784. Charles James Fox as a watchman. In the background, two sham watchmen, Lord Hood and Sir Cecil Wray

Sir Cecils budget for paying the national debt, 1874. Chelsea Hospital falling into ruins, whilst pensioners are fleeing. In the distance Sir Cecil Wray is being mobbed by a group of maid-servants

The Westminster Deserter drum d out of the regiment, 1784. Artist
The Westminster Deserter drum d out of the regiment, 1784. Sir Cecil Wray being drummed away from the hustings in Covent Garden. Sam House is in the centre and Charles James Fox is on the right

The Rival Candidates, 1784. Artist: Isaac Cruikshank
The Rival Candidates, 1784. The three candidates for the Westminster constituency at the 1784 general election. Charles James Fox in the centre, in the pose of orator

Westminster Races... 1784. Artist: Isaac Cruikshank
Westminster Races... 1784. Showing the three candidates for the Westminster constituency in the 1784 general election, Samuel Hood, Charles James Fox and Cecil Wray

Mars and Venus, or Sir Cecil chastised, 1784. Artist: Samuel Collings
Mars and Venus, or Sir Cecil chastised, 1784. Sir Cecil Wray stands between a Chelsea Pensioner and a servant-maid. One of many satires on Wrays unpopular election proposals to abolish Chelsea

Mars and Venus... Chelsea, Kensington, London, 1784. Artist: Samuel Collings
Mars and Venus... Chelsea, Kensington, London, 1784. Sir Cecil Wray is standing between a Chelsea Pensioner and a servant-maid. The maid is standing on a paper inscribed Tax on servants

Drawings Prints, Print, Westminster Mendicant, Artist, Subject, Publisher, Thomas Rowlandson
Drawings and Prints, Print, The Westminster Mendicant, Artist, Subject, Publisher, Thomas Rowlandson, Sir Cecil Wray, Hannah Humphrey, British, London 1757-1827 London, British

Drawings Prints, Print, Rival Candidates, Publisher, Artist, Subject, William Humphrey
Drawings and Prints, Print, The Rival Candidates, Publisher, Artist, Subject, Subject, William Humphrey, Thomas Rowlandson, Admiral Samuel Hood, Charles James Fox, Sir Cecil Wray, British, 1742

Drawings Prints, Print, Madam Blubber, Last Shift, Aerostatic Dilly, Publisher, Artist
Drawings and Prints, Print, Madam Blubbers Last Shift or The Aerostatic Dilly, Publisher, Artist, Subject, Subject, Hannah Humphrey, Thomas Rowlandson, Sir Cecil Wray, Lady Albinia Hobart

Drawings Prints, Print, Westminster Watchman, Subject, Artist, Sir Cecil Wray, Admiral Samuel Hood
Drawings and Prints, Print, The Westminster Watchman, Subject, Artist, Subject, Sir Cecil Wray, Admiral Samuel Hood, Thomas Rowlandson, Charles James Fox, British, Yorkshire 1734-1805 Lincolnshire

Drawings Prints, Print, Westminster Deserter, Drum d Out Regiment, Subject, Artist
Drawings and Prints, Print, The Westminster Deserter Drum d Out of The Regiment, Subject, Artist, Subject, Publisher, Charles James Fox, Thomas Rowlandson, Samuel House, Sir Cecil Wray

Drawings Prints, Print, Madam Blubber, Canvass, Publisher, Subject, Artist, Hannah Humphrey
Drawings and Prints, Print, Madam Blubber On Her Canvass, Publisher, Subject, Artist, Subject, Hannah Humphrey, Admiral Samuel Hood, Georgiana Cavendish, Duchess of Devonshire, Thomas Rowlandson

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Sir Cecil Wray, a prominent figure in the political landscape of 18th century England, was known for his controversial actions and involvement in various satirical engravings. From being chastised to facing public humiliation, Sir Cecil's journey through Mars and Venus seemed like a theatrical performance at times. In "A Scene at the New Theatre, Covent Garden, " an engraving depicting a political hustings in London's Covent Garden in 1784, Sir Cecil found himself amidst the chaos of parliamentary elections and electioneering. The image captured the fervor and intensity surrounding these events during those old days. However, not all moments were glamorous for Sir Cecil. In another engraving titled "Sir Cecil Wray in the Pillory, " he faced public shame on May 7th, 1784. Creator Thomas Rowlandson portrayed this event with vivid detail as Sir Cecil endured punishment for his actions. "The Westminster Deserter Drummed Out of The Regiment" showcased another incident involving Sir Cecil on May 18th that same year. This portrayal highlighted his role as a deserter who faced consequences for betraying trust. Amidst all this turmoil, there were also satirical depictions such as "Madam Blubber On Her Canvass" and "Madam Blubbers Last Shift or The Aerostatic Dilly. " These engravings from April 22nd and April 29th respectively mocked both Madam Blubber and Sir Cecil's attempts to gain support or influence through unconventional means. One cannot forget "Sir Cecils Budget For Paying The National Debt" from March 30th which showcased his ambitious plans to tackle financial challenges facing the nation. This engraving demonstrated his determination but also raised questions about feasibility. "The Rival Candidates" depicted on April 8th presented an intriguing view into electoral competition where multiple contenders vied for power alongside Sir Cecil. It exemplified how politics was a battlefield of ideas and ambitions.