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Pacific-Overtures, or A Flight from St. Clouds over the water to Charley
NCO190177 Pacific-Overtures, or A Flight from St. Clouds over the water to Charley - a new Dramatic Peace now Rehearsing, published by Hannah Humphrey in 1806 (hand-coloured etching) by Gillray, James (1757-1815); Courtesy of the Warden and Scholars of New College, Oxford; (add.info.: Napoleon Bonaparte (1769-1821) offers terms of peace to George III (1738-1821); William Pitt (1759-1806) on a pedestal; ); English, out of copyright
Media ID 23354986
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18x24 inch Poster Print
Breathtakingly beautiful, the Media Storehouse range of Poster Prints brings the captivating art of Gillray's Pacific-Overtures or A Flight from St. Clouds over the water to Charley to your home. This exquisite hand-coloured etching, published by Hannah Humphrey in 1806, showcases the masterful brushstrokes and intricate details of this iconic piece from Bridgeman Images' Fine Art Finder collection. Transport yourself to a bygone era with this stunning work of art, perfect for adding a touch of elegance and sophistication to any room. Experience the timeless beauty of Gillray's Pacific-Overtures like never before with Media Storehouse's high-quality Poster Prints.
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Poster prints are budget friendly enlarged prints in standard poster paper sizes (A0, A1, A2, A3 etc). Whilst poster paper is sometimes thinner and less durable than our other paper types, they are still ok for framing and should last many years. Our Archival Quality Photo Prints and Fine Art Paper Prints are printed on higher quality paper and the choice of which largely depends on your budget.
Estimated Product Size is 61.6cm x 46.3cm (24.3" x 18.2")
These are individually made so all sizes are approximate
Artwork printed orientated as per the preview above, with landscape (horizontal) orientation to match the source image.
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This print titled "Pacific-Overtures, or A Flight from St. Clouds over the water to Charley" takes us back to a significant moment in history. Created by James Gillray in 1806, this hand-coloured etching offers a satirical portrayal of the political landscape during that time. The image depicts Napoleon Bonaparte extending terms of peace to George III, with William Pitt standing on a pedestal nearby. The scene is set against the backdrop of a grand theater, filled with an enthusiastic audience and an orchestra playing in the pit. Napoleon, known as "Little Boney" can be seen swaggering confidently while offering his proposal. Meanwhile, George III looks on from his royal box, wearing robes and adorned with symbols of power. The atmosphere is charged with tension as jeering and clapping fill the air. The composition cleverly captures the arrogance and audacity of Napoleon's offer while highlighting England's steadfastness represented by George III and Pitt. The presence of naval elements such as ships sailing across the English Channel adds another layer to this historical narrative. This print serves as both a visual delight and an insightful commentary on diplomacy during this era. It reminds us how art can encapsulate complex political dynamics while providing entertainment for its viewers.
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