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The Hanoverian horse and British lion, 1784. Artist: Thomas Rowlandson
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The Hanoverian horse and British lion, 1784. Artist: Thomas Rowlandson
The Hanoverian horse and British lion, 1784. Scene in the House of Commons. On the left Charles James Fox is riding the British lion, facing William Pitt the Younger on the horse of Hanover. Satire on the dissolution of Parliament which was prorogued on 24 March 1784 and dissolved on 25 March. Fox was a popular politician but was implacably opposed by King George III and his favoured minister, Pitt
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Adversary Charles Fox Charles James Charles James Fox Confrontation Enemy House Of Commons Lion Mounted Opponent Parliament Pitt Prime Minister Rival Rowlandson The Younger Thomas Rowlandson Whig William Pitt William Pitt The Younger
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This 18th-century print by Thomas Rowlandson titled "The Hanoverian horse and British lion" captures a satirical scene in the House of Commons. The artist cleverly portrays the political rivalry between Charles James Fox and William Pitt the Younger during a time of intense confrontation in British politics. On the left side of the image, we see Fox boldly riding atop the powerful British lion, symbolizing his popularity among the people. Facing him on the horse of Hanover is Pitt, representing King George III's favored minister and opponent to Fox. This caricature serves as a commentary on Parliament's dissolution, which occurred on March 25th, 1784. Fox was known for his unwavering opposition to King George III's policies, making him an enemy in royal circles. Despite being a charismatic statesman with widespread support from citizens, he faced constant resistance from both royalty and Pitt. Rowlandson's etching skillfully captures this historic moment with intricate detail and monochrome tones. The Guildhall Library and Art Gallery houses this remarkable piece that reflects not only political tensions but also highlights Rowlandson's talent as a satirical cartoonist. "The Hanoverian horse and British lion" remains an important artifact from Britain's past—a testament to its rich history of political rivalries within Parliament walls.
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