Tax Collector Collection
In the 1700s, Carolina colonists took a stand against oppressive taxation, refusing to pay their dues
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In the 1700s, Carolina colonists took a stand against oppressive taxation, refusing to pay their dues. The Chamberlain and his assistants were depicted in a painting on wood from 1489, bowing before the Virgin Mary, seeking guidance in their taxing duties. Another painting on wood showcased the chamberlain and a writer diligently working in their office. The tribute money was captured in a 17th-century oil painting, symbolizing the burden of taxes imposed on individuals. Brueghel's masterpiece "The Payment of Tithes" portrayed the struggles of villagers dealing with tax-related legal matters. An intriguing artwork titled "Two Usurers" depicted Marius Van Romerswael's vision from c. 1550. This unknown creator highlighted the controversial role of tax collectors during that era. A historical engraving illustrated Wat Tyler's rebellion against oppression when he murdered The Collector of Poll-Tax. This scene was featured in David Hume's book "The History of England, " published in London back in 1812. "The Bostonians Paying the Exciseman" showed an engraving capturing an infamous incident where citizens resorted to tarring and feathering as a form of protest against excessive taxation. A colorful engraving adorned the cover of playing cards depicting village life around 1870; it prominently featured The Tax Collector as one of its central figures. Nikolai Vasilievich Orlow's painting "L'évaluation des impôts" portrayed weary parents complaining to tax assessors while children observed with suspicion—a reflection of society grappling with financial burdens during Orlow's time (1863-1924). Quentin Metsys' oil-on-wood masterpiece from around 1520 called "Les collecteurs d'impôt" showcased Flemish primitive art at its finest, emphasizing tax collectors' presence within society during that period. Lastly, an engraving immortalized Jesus Christ's encounter with Zacchaeus, a tax collector.