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The First Kiss This Ten Years! - Or - The Meeting Of Britannia & Citizen Francois
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The First Kiss This Ten Years! - Or - The Meeting Of Britannia & Citizen Francois
The First Kiss This Ten Years! - Or - The Meeting Of Britannia & Citizen Francois, Gillray, James, 1756 1815, Engraver, [london] : H. Humphrey, 1803. 1 Print : Etching, Hand-colored. A Tall, Thin, French Officer Kissing A Fat, Richly Dressed, Seated Britannia. His Hat And Sword Lay On The Carpet. Britannias Shield And Trident Rest On The Wall Behind Her Chair. Above Them Are Portraits Of George Iii And Napoleon, Facing Each Other
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1756 1803 1815 Aged Artwork Britannia Carpet Chair Citizen Dressed Engraver Etching Facing Francois George Gillray Hand Colored Humphrey James Kiss Kissing Meeting Napoleon Nostalgia Nostalgic Officer Portraits Rest Romantic Seated Shield Sword Tall Thin Traditional Trident Wall Years Richly
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In this vintage print titled "The First Kiss This Ten Years! - Or - The Meeting Of Britannia & Citizen Francois" we are transported back to a historic moment filled with romance and political tension. The scene depicts a tall, thin French officer passionately kissing a fat, richly dressed Britannia who is seated on an ornate chair. As the officer's hat and sword lay discarded on the carpet, Britannia's shield and trident rest prominently on the wall behind her. Above them, portraits of George III and Napoleon face each other, symbolizing the clash between two powerful nations. This hand-colored etching by James Gillray beautifully captures both the historical significance and traditional illustrative technique of its time. The image exudes nostalgia with its antique feel and evokes feelings of curiosity about this unique meeting between two contrasting figures. As we gaze upon this artwork, we can't help but be drawn into the intricate details that bring history to life – from the officer's uniform to Britannia's regal attire. It serves as a reminder of how art has always played a crucial role in preserving our cultural heritage. With its retro style and aged appearance, this engraved image takes us on a journey through time, allowing us to appreciate not only the artistic skill involved but also the stories it tells about our past.
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