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The Political Banditti Assailing the Saviour of India: Warren Hastings, former Governor of Bengal, under attack from politicians Edmund Burke, Charles James Fox and Lord North, 1786 (engraving)
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The Political Banditti Assailing the Saviour of India: Warren Hastings, former Governor of Bengal, under attack from politicians Edmund Burke, Charles James Fox and Lord North, 1786 (engraving)
5997518 The Political Banditti Assailing the Saviour of India: Warren Hastings, former Governor of Bengal, under attack from politicians Edmund Burke, Charles James Fox and Lord North, 1786 (engraving) by Gillray, James (1757-1815) (after); Private Collection; (add.info.: The Political Banditti Assailing the Saviour of India: Warren Hastings, former Governor of Bengal, under attack from politicians Edmund Burke, Charles James Fox and Lord North, 1786. Illustration from Caricature History of the Georges or, Annals of the House of Hanover, Compiled from the Squibs, Broadsides, Window Pictures, Lampoons and Political Caricatures of the Time, by Thomas Wright (John Cmden Hotten, Piccadilly, London, c1867).); © Look and Learn
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This satirical engraving titled "The Political Banditti Assailing the Saviour of India: Warren Hastings" depicts a dramatic scene from 1786, capturing the political turmoil surrounding former Governor of Bengal, Warren Hastings. In this artwork by James Gillray, we witness Hastings being attacked by three prominent politicians of the time - Edmund Burke, Charles James Fox, and Lord North. Set against a backdrop of colonial India, with its rich history and cultural heritage symbolized by an Indian shield in the foreground, this image portrays the clash between British imperialism and Indian resistance. The bandits on horseback represent the accusers who sought to impeach Hastings for his alleged mismanagement during his tenure as governor. Gillray's caricature style adds a touch of humor to this scathing satire on politics. With exaggerated features and comical expressions, he highlights not only the seriousness of these accusations but also their absurdity. Armed with blunderbusses and knives, these politicians are portrayed as robbers attempting to strip away power from Hastings. "The Political Banditti Assailing the Saviour of India" is not just a commentary on British politics but also reflects larger themes such as colonialism and imperial expansion. It serves as a reminder that even those in positions of authority can face opposition when their actions are questioned. This historical print offers us a glimpse into late 18th-century Britain while shedding light on significant events in both European and Asian history.
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