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The Battle R-L, published June 3, 1816. Creator: William Heath
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The Battle R-L, published June 3, 1816. Creator: William Heath
The Battle R[oya]L, published June 3, 1816. Tug of war over a pair of breeches.
[The Prince Regent:] Pull away my boy pull away, my Rib wanted to wear mine by they would not Fit her, hold fast Mc!!!'; [Prince Leopold of Belgium:] Vat Shall I do she vill Tear my best C-gas'; [Princess Charlotte of Wales:] I will have them Granny says I must'; [Charlotte of Mecklenburg-Strelitz:] Yes! yes! you shall have them, your Grandpappa allways let me wear his, never give up hold fast'; [King George III:] by Goles [?] they beat it, hey! Tear Them and I shall have to buy a new Pair'. Attributed to William Heath
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a humorous etching published on June 3, 1816, captures a lively and playful moment involving members of the British royal family in a tug of war over a pair of breeches. The print, created by the English artist William Heath, showcases a spirited exchange between Princess Charlotte of Wales, Prince Leopold of Belgium, the Prince Regent (later King George IV), and King George III. The scene unfolds with the Prince Regent, in full military regalia and wearing a bicorne hat, urging his son, Prince George, to pull harder as he tries to claim a pair of breeches from Princess Charlotte. She, in turn, is determined to keep them, with the support of her mother, Queen Charlotte of Mecklenburg-Strelitz. The King, seated in a chair, watches the scene unfold with amusement, warning his son that if the breeches are torn, he will have to buy a new pair. The print is a testament to the fashionable yet whimsical nature of the royal court during this period. The vibrant colors and intricate details of the hand-colored etching on ivory wove paper bring the scene to life, offering a glimpse into the personal dynamics and relationships of the British monarchy. The playful tug of war over the breeches serves as a reminder of the human side of the royal family, making this print an engaging and entertaining piece of historical art.
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