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A Wife and No wife - or - a Trip to the Continent, 1786. Artist: Carlo Khan
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A Wife and No wife - or - a Trip to the Continent, 1786. Artist: Carlo Khan
A Wife and No wife - or - a Trip to the Continent, 1786. Satire on the secret marriage said to have taken place between the Prince of Wales and Mrs Fitzherbert. Charles James Fox gives the bride away, Edmund Burke performs the ceremony, Lord North has fallen asleep. Illustration from Social Caricature in the Eighteenth Century... With over two hundred illustrations by George Paston (pseudonym of Emily Morse Symonds], (London, 1905)
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A Wife and No wife - or - a Trip to the Continent, 1786" is a captivating print that captures the essence of satire and political intrigue in 18th century Britain. Created by Carlo Khan, this artwork depicts a significant event rumored to have taken place between the Prince of Wales and Mrs Fitzherbert. In this scene, Charles James Fox stands proudly as he gives away the bride, while Edmund Burke solemnly performs the wedding ceremony. Meanwhile, Lord North has succumbed to slumber, oblivious to the momentous occasion unfolding before him. The image showcases George Paston's exceptional talent for caricature and his pseudonym Emily Morse Symonds adds an air of mystery. The composition portrays Maria Anne Fitzherbert as she assumes her role as both bride and wife with grace and dignity. The presence of various politicians highlights their involvement in this secret marriage scandal that rocked British society at the time. Carlo Khan's attention to detail brings forth a sense of authenticity in capturing not only the individuals involved but also their emotions during this controversial event. Through monochrome tones, we are transported back to an era where religion played a significant role in politics and relationships were shrouded in secrecy. This print serves as a historical testament to an intriguing chapter in British history when love defied societal norms and challenged traditional power structures. It invites viewers into a world filled with political machinations, forbidden romance, and hidden alliances – all beautifully captured within one frame.
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