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Effusions of a Pot of Porter, or Ministerial Conjurations for Supporting the War
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Effusions of a Pot of Porter, or Ministerial Conjurations for Supporting the War
NCO190182 Effusions of a Pot of Porter, or Ministerial Conjurations for Supporting the War, published by Hannah Humphrey in 1799 (hand-coloured etching) by Gillray, James (1757-1815); Courtesy of the Warden and Scholars of New College, Oxford; (add.info.: William Pitt (1759-1806) riding a white horse; running the war on taxation of Porter; blamed for bad weather and for bad harvest; ); English, out of copyright
Media ID 22931154
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The captivating print titled "Effusions of a Pot of Porter, or Ministerial Conjurations for Supporting the War" by James Gillray takes us back to 1799, offering a satirical glimpse into the political landscape of that time. In this hand-coloured etching, we see William Pitt, the Prime Minister at the time, depicted as a magician riding on a white horse. Pitt is shown conjuring up spells and incantations in an attempt to support the war effort through taxation on porter beer. However, his efforts seem futile as dark storm clouds loom overhead and waves crash violently in the background. The artist cleverly uses symbolism to suggest that Pitt's actions are causing chaos and destruction rather than achieving their intended purpose. Amidst this apocalyptic scene, Pitt's face remains calm and composed as he communed with imaginary gods above him. The image also features elements such as flaming swords and winged zephyrs adding to its propagandistic nature. Gillray's cartoonish style adds humor to this political satire while delivering a powerful message about the negative consequences of excessive taxation during times of conflict. This artwork serves as both entertainment and commentary on the Napoleonic Wars era. Courtesy of Fine Art Finder via Bridgeman Images, this print offers us an intriguing window into history where art meets politics in an imaginative yet critical portrayal of one leader's decisions during turbulent times.
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