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Inspecting a Volunteer Corps in Hyde Park, published by Hannah Humphrey in 1803
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Inspecting a Volunteer Corps in Hyde Park, published by Hannah Humphrey in 1803
NCO189794 Inspecting a Volunteer Corps in Hyde Park, published by Hannah Humphrey in 1803 (hand-coloured etching) by Gillray, James (1757-1815); Courtesy of the Warden and Scholars of New College, Oxford; English, out of copyright
Media ID 23354936
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Bicorn Blue Coat Boots Commander Feather Hanoverian Inspection Oversized Plume Queue Regiment Scabbard Stirrup Troop
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Inspecting a Volunteer Corps in Hyde Park - A Satirical Glimpse into Georgian Military Life
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. This hand-coloured etching, published by Hannah Humphrey in 1803 and created by the renowned caricaturist James Gillray, offers a satirical commentary on the pomp and self-importance of military leaders during the Georgian era. The scene unfolds in Hyde Park, where a volunteer corps is being inspected by their commander. The print showcases an array of exaggerated characters, each meticulously detailed to highlight their quirks and flaws. The central figure, adorned with a bicorn hat and resplendent blue coat, exudes an air of authority as he scrutinizes his troops. His oversized presence symbolizes the inflated egos often associated with those in positions of power. Gillray's masterful use of satire is evident throughout the composition. From the soldiers' comically long queues to their extravagant feathered plumes, every element serves to mock societal norms and challenge conventional notions of leadership. The artist's attention to detail extends beyond human subjects; even horses are not spared from his sharp wit. With fur saddlecloths and stirrups that seem too small for their riders' boots, these animals become unwitting participants in this whimsical portrayal of military life. As we delve into this engraving from Fine Art Finder's collection courtesy of New College Oxford, we are transported back to an era when caricature was used as both entertainment and social critique. Through Gillray's lens
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