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Satirical cartoon, A Senatus Consultum
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Satirical cartoon, A Senatus Consultum
Satirical cartoon, A Senatus Consultum. Napoleon is making his will and consulting the Devil about his fate. The Devil carries a flaming plaque: Death Bonaparte Death'. Behind Napoleon is the skeletal figure of Death. An eye of Providence illuminates Death's javelin labelled British Navy / Volunteers / Army of Reserves / Militia / Regulars and another inscription reads Bourbons Restored'. Date: 1808
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1808 Bourbons Consulting Devil Fate Flaming Future Javelin Militia Napoleon Plaque Power Providence Regulars Reserves Restored Satire Satirical Skeletal Skeleton Volunteers
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This satirical cartoon from 1808 titled "A Senatus Consultum" offers a darkly humorous glimpse into the future of Napoleon Bonaparte. In the image, Napoleon is depicted making his will while consulting with the Devil about his fate. The Devil ominously carries a flaming plaque that reads "Death Bonaparte Death", hinting at the downfall that awaits the French emperor.
Behind Napoleon stands the skeletal figure of Death, further emphasizing his mortality and eventual demise. Illuminated by an eye of Providence, Death wields a javelin labeled with various military forces such as British Navy, Volunteers, Army of Reserves, Militia, and Regulars. This symbolizes the formidable enemies that Napoleon will face in his quest for power.
In addition to these ominous symbols, there is another inscription that reads "Bourbons Restored", suggesting that despite all of Napoleon's efforts to secure his rule over France, ultimately it will be the Bourbon monarchy that prevails.
This historical cartoon serves as a reminder of the cyclical nature of power and politics, highlighting how even mighty rulers like Napoleon are subject to their own hubris and inevitable downfall.
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