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A Duet, pub. 1792 (hand coloured engraving)
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A Duet, pub. 1792 (hand coloured engraving)
3025380 A Duet, pub. 1792 (hand coloured engraving) by Gillray, James (1757-1815); Private Collection; (add.info.: Thomas Vanhagen; Turn Fair Clora, turn, ah cruel, turn again ); The Stapleton Collection; English, out of copyright
Media ID 23440412
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Breeches Brute Bustle Coarse Dandy Epaulettes Gaunt Gold Brocade Gown Groping Hanoverian Indecency Lascivious Lecher Official Dress Pervert Protesting Refusing Rotund Short Social Satire Tall Ugly Uncouth Vanity Dumpy Harrassing
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This hand-coloured engraving titled "A Duet, pub. 1792" by James Gillray is a fascinating piece of Georgian social satire. The image captures a scene filled with scandalous and humorous elements that were characteristic of the era. In this caricature, we see two figures engaged in an outrageous dance duet. The female character, dressed in a fashionable gown and bonnet, appears to be protesting against the advances of her male partner. He is depicted as a lecherous brute wearing military uniform with gold brocade and epaulettes. The artist skillfully portrays the indecency of their interaction through subtle details such as pinching her bottom and groping gestures. The exaggerated physical features of both characters add to the satirical nature of the print - she is portrayed as dumpy and rotund while he is tall and uncouth. Gillray's use of wit and irony highlights societal issues such as vanity, improper conduct, and gender dynamics prevalent during that time period. Through his artistry, he exposes the hypocrisy within high society by mocking their fashion choices and questionable behavior. This print serves as a reminder that even centuries ago, artists like Gillray used their craft to critique societal norms with sharp humor and keen observation. It continues to captivate viewers today with its intricate details, lascivious undertones, and timeless relevance in understanding human nature across different eras.
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