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A Smoking Club, pub. 1793 (hand coloured engraving)
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A Smoking Club, pub. 1793 (hand coloured engraving)
2636967 A Smoking Club, pub. 1793 (hand coloured engraving) by Gillray, James (1757-1815); Private Collection; (add.info.: Speaker (left); Charles James Fox (1749-1806), William Pitt the Younger (1759-1806); Richard Brinsley Sheridan 1751 - 1816); Henry Dundas, 1st Viscount Melville (1742-1811); ); The Stapleton Collection; English, out of copyright
Media ID 23420748
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Beer Bench Gentlemen Hanoverian Henry Dundas House Of Commons Lord Chancellor Pipe Smoking Pipes Political Cartoon Political Satire Puffing Richard Brinsley Sheridan Scotsman Smoker Smokers Sociable Tartan Tobacco Whig William Pitt Viscount Melville
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This hand-coloured engraving titled "A Smoking Club, pub. 1793" by James Gillray captures a fascinating glimpse into the social and political scene of the late 18th century. The image showcases a group of prominent statesmen and politicians indulging in their shared love for tobacco at a smoking club. Seated around a table adorned with pewter tankards and pipes, we see influential figures such as Charles James Fox, William Pitt the Younger, Richard Brinsley Sheridan, and Henry Dundas among others. Each character is depicted with meticulous detail, emphasizing their distinctive personalities and attire. The composition exudes an air of camaraderie as these gentlemen engage in lively conversation while enjoying their smoke-filled surroundings. Political satire is evident throughout the artwork, subtly commenting on the power dynamics and alliances within Georgian society. The inclusion of Scottish elements like tartan patterns highlights the influence of Scottish politicians during this period. This print serves as both a historical document and an amusing caricature that offers insight into the habits and social rituals of these influential men. With its intricate engravings and vibrant colours, this piece from The Stapleton Collection provides us with a captivating window into an era long gone but forever preserved through art.
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