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Temeprance enjoying a Frugal Meal, pub. 1792 (hand coloured engraving)
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Temeprance enjoying a Frugal Meal, pub. 1792 (hand coloured engraving)
3025381 Temeprance enjoying a Frugal Meal, pub. 1792 (hand coloured engraving) by Gillray, James (1757-1815); Private Collection; (add.info.: King George III (1738-1820); Queen Charlotte (1744-1818); ); The Stapleton Collection; English, out of copyright
Media ID 23261012
© The Stapleton Collection / Bridgeman Images
Bad Manners Dining Table Fireplace Frugal Miserly Parody Patched Patches Salad Sarcasm Sarcastic Scales Trunk Utensils Wine Glass Boiled Egg Dine
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This hand-coloured engraving titled "Temperance enjoying a Frugal Meal" by James Gillray, captures a satirical scene from 1792. The print depicts King George III and Queen Charlotte engaging in a simple lifestyle, emphasizing their miserly habits and poor manners. The interior setting showcases the modesty of their existence, with patched clothing and basic utensils adorning the dining table. A fireplace provides warmth as they dine on meager fare, including a salad, boiled egg, and water served in an unassuming jug. Gillray's caricature highlights the sarcasm and satire prevalent during the Georgian era. The image playfully mocks the royal couple's frugality while also criticizing their lack of refinement. Through this parody, Gillray invites viewers to reflect on societal norms surrounding wealth and extravagance. The inclusion of scales symbolizes Temperance's commitment to moderation in all aspects of life. This reinforces her dedication to scrimping and saving even during meals. Meanwhile, a wine glass placed before King George III serves as an ironic reminder of his position as monarch despite his austere choices. Overall, this engraving offers both entertainment and social commentary through its clever portrayal of Temperance enjoying her frugal meal. It serves as a reminder that appearances can be deceiving and that simplicity does not always equate to virtue or contentment.
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