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2966796 Dun-Shaw, One Foot in Leadenhall Street & the other in the Province of Bengal, pub. 1788 (hand coloured engraving) by Gillray, James (1757-1815); Private Collection; (add.info.: Henry Dundas, 1st Viscount Melville (1742-1811); ); The Stapleton Collection; English, out of copyright
Media ID 23446492
© The Stapleton Collection / Bridgeman Images
Coronet Crescent Moon East India Company Half Moon Impeachment Kilt Political Satire Power Power Struggle Secretary Of State For War Tartan Straddling
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The captivating print titled "Dun-Shaw, One Foot in Leadenhall Street & the other in the Province of Bengal" by James Gillray takes us back to 1788, offering a glimpse into a world of political satire and power struggles. The hand-coloured engraving showcases Henry Dundas, 1st Viscount Melville, an influential figure during his time. In this satirical masterpiece, Gillray skillfully portrays Dundas as a man straddling two worlds: one foot planted firmly in Leadenhall Street - symbolizing his position as Secretary of State for War and connections to the City of London - while the other rests on the Province of Bengal. This clever depiction alludes to Dundas's involvement with the East India Company and misappropriation of public funds. The caricature highlights various elements that define Dundas's character: he is seen wearing a tartan kilt representing his Scottish heritage and holding onto symbols such as a crescent moon and coronet denoting power. The sun shining over him signifies his influence within British politics. This print not only captures an important moment in history but also serves as a reminder of how political cartoons were used to critique those in positions of authority. It invites viewers to reflect upon issues such as corruption, imperialism, and misuse of public resources that are still relevant today.
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