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The Grand Signior retiring, pub. 1796 (hand coloured engraving)
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The Grand Signior retiring, pub. 1796 (hand coloured engraving)
3035672 The Grand Signior retiring, pub. 1796 (hand coloured engraving) by Gillray, James (1757-1815); Private Collection; (add.info.: George, Prince of Wales (1762-1830); George Bussey Villiers (1753-1805) Earl of Jersey lighting the way to the bedchamber of his wife Frances Villiers (nee Twysden), Countess of Jersey (1753-1821)); The Stapleton Collection; English, out of copyright
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The Grand Signior retiring
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is a captivating hand-colored engraving that offers a glimpse into the scandalous world of Georgian society. Created by James Gillray in 1796, this print showcases the private moments of George, Prince of Wales, and his illicit affair with Frances Villiers, Countess of Jersey. In this scene, we witness the Earl of Jersey, George Bussey Villiers, lighting the way for his wife as she sneaks away to her lover's bedchamber. The room is adorned with luxurious furnishings and draped curtains that add an air of secrecy and intrigue to their rendezvous. Frances Villiers is depicted wearing a delicate dressing gown while her husband dons a nightshirt and night cap. Their expressions reveal both excitement and trepidation as they engage in this forbidden liaison. Meanwhile, George stands nearby in his waistcoat and slippers, complicit in their deceitful act. Gillray's satirical touch can be seen through subtle details such as torn maps symbolizing broken alliances and a chubby cuckolded husband with a pot belly representing humiliation. The artist masterfully captures the complexities of power dynamics within relationships during this era. "The Grand Signior retiring" serves as an intriguing social commentary on adultery and infidelity among the upper echelons of society. It invites viewers to ponder questions about loyalty, desire, and societal expectations while marveling at Gillray's skillful portrayal of human emotions through caricatured figures.
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