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Religious satire showing a priest in a barrel preaching to a crowd of misfits and oddities, cows and chickens. Copperplate engraving by Thomas Sanders after a satirical illustration by Timothy Bobbin (John Collier) (1708-1786)
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Religious satire showing a priest in a barrel preaching to a crowd of misfits and oddities, cows and chickens. Copperplate engraving by Thomas Sanders after a satirical illustration by Timothy Bobbin (John Collier) (1708-1786)
FLO4718244 Religious satire showing a priest in a barrel preaching to a crowd of misfits and oddities, cows and chickens. Copperplate engraving by Thomas Sanders after a satirical illustration by Timothy Bobbin (John Collier) (1708-1786) from Human Passions Delineated, John Haywood, Manchester, 1773.; (add.info.: Religious satire showing a priest in a barrel preaching to a crowd of misfits and oddities, cows and chickens. Copperplate engraving by Thomas Sanders after a satirical illustration by Timothy Bobbin (John Collier) (1708-1786) from Human Passions Delineated, John Haywood, Manchester, 1773.); © Florilegius
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This satirical engraving from the 18th century by Thomas Sanders after Timothy Bobbin's illustration depicts a scene that is both humorous and thought-provoking. In the image, a priest stands inside a barrel, preaching to a crowd of misfits and oddities, including cows and chickens. The absurdity of the situation is evident, as the animals seem just as engaged in the sermon as the human spectators.
The use of satire in this artwork serves to critique religious institutions and practices, highlighting hypocrisy and absurdity within organized religion. The priest's unconventional pulpit in a beer barrel adds an element of irreverence to his message, suggesting that perhaps his words should not be taken too seriously.
Through this whimsical portrayal, Bobbin and Sanders invite viewers to reflect on the role of religion in society and question traditional beliefs. The inclusion of animals in the audience further emphasizes the universal nature of these themes, reminding us that even creatures deemed lesser beings are capable of engaging with matters of faith.
Overall, this print offers a witty commentary on religious authority and societal norms, challenging viewers to consider their own beliefs with a healthy dose of skepticism.
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