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Opposition Coaches, published by S. W. Fores in 1788 (hand-coloured etching)
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Opposition Coaches, published by S. W. Fores in 1788 (hand-coloured etching)
NCO190497 Opposition Coaches, published by S.W. Fores in 1788 (hand-coloured etching) by Gillray, James (1757-1815); Courtesy of the Warden and Scholars of New College, Oxford; (add.info.: carriages going in opposite directions; Edmund Burke (1729-97) and Charles James Fox (1749-1806) drive into water; Lord Thurlow (1731-1806) drives the royal coach; George III (1738-1820) seated at the rear; Queen Charlotte (1744-1818) sits on the roof; ); English, out of copyright
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Opposition Coaches, published by S. W. Fores in 1788 (hand-coloured etching) captures a whimsical and satirical moment in British political history. This print by James Gillray showcases the lively world of Georgian carriages and the clash between radicalism and conservatism. In this comical scene, two horse-drawn coaches are depicted going in opposite directions. On one side, we see Edmund Burke and Charles James Fox driving their coach into water, symbolizing their progressive ideas challenging the established order. Meanwhile, Lord Thurlow takes charge of the royal coach with George III seated at the rear and Queen Charlotte perched on top. Gillray's masterful use of caricature brings to life these prominent figures from British politics during that time. The details are richly portrayed - from the uphill struggle faced by a horse with a human head to Lord Thurlow's blunderbuss rifle prominently displayed on his lap. This hand-coloured etching not only offers entertainment but also serves as an insightful commentary on the tensions between radical reformers and conservative defenders of constitutional monarchy. It exemplifies Gillray's talent for using humor to convey complex political messages. Courtesy of New College, Oxford, this engraving provides us with a fascinating glimpse into 18th-century England while showcasing Gillray's artistic prowess as one of Britain's most renowned cartoonists.
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