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French Revolutionary ear Illustration titled, Desespoir des ennemis de la France a la decouverte de leurs complots [1804]
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French Revolutionary ear Illustration titled, Desespoir des ennemis de la France a la decouverte de leurs complots [1804]
2599088 French Revolutionary ear Illustration titled, Desespoir des ennemis de la France a la decouverte de leurs complots [1804].; (add.info.: French Revolutionary ear Illustration titled, Desespoir des ennemis de la France a la decouverte de leurs complots [1804]. print on laid paper shows a 42 bust caricatures of members of a conspiracy discovered by no. 1 "La Vigilance du Gouvernement Francais", a rooster or the Gallic cock, depicted at top centre, holding "Correspondance de Mr. Draque - Ambassadeur de la Cour Britannique &c. &c." Those accused of participating in the conspiracy are: no. 2 "Le Prince de Galles" (possibly the Prince of Wales), no. 3 "Parti de l'Opposition", no. 4 "Le Comte d'Artois" (Charles X), no. 5 "Lord Windham", no. 6 "Lord Moira", no. 7 "Lord King", no. 8 "Mr. Vic-Kam", no. 9 "Lord With Wurth", no. 10 "Mr. Pitt", no. 11 "Mr. Drake", no. 12 "Mr. Adington", no. 13 "Le General Limcol", no. 14 "Mr. Francis", no. 15 "Milord Cathcart", no. 16 "Monsieur, Frere du Roi de France" (Louis XVIII), no. 17 "Spencer Smith", no. 18 "Lord How Kersbury", no. 19 "Le Duc de Cambridge", no. 20 "Charlotte Reine d'Angleterre", no. 21 "Georges III Roi d'Angleterre", no. 22 "Le Duc d'York" (Prince Frederick Augustus), no. 23 "Lord Windham", no. 24 "Le Comte de Darmouth", no. 25 "Le Duc de Portland", no. 26 "Sidney Smith", no. 27 "Sir Lucas Pepys", no. 28 "Mr. Canning", no. 29 "Fitz Williams", no. 30 "Lord Walsingham", no. 31 "Lord Nelson Admiral", no. 32 "L'amiral Duc Woeth", no. 33 "Mr. Tierney", no. 34 "Le Prince de Conde", no. 35 "Lord Malmesbury", no. 36 "Milord Harrowby", no. 37 "Mr. F. Millman", no. 38 "Heberden", no. 39 "Lord Grandville", no. 40 "Mr. Carnawon", no. 41 "Mr. Carlole", and no. 42 "Sir Robert Taulay".); Universal History Archive/UIG
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This French Revolutionary ear illustration from 1804, titled "Desespoir des ennemis de la France a la decouverte de leurs complots," offers a glimpse into the political intrigue of the time. The print on laid paper showcases a bust caricature of 42 individuals allegedly involved in a conspiracy against France, with "La Vigilance du Gouvernement Francais" represented by a rooster at the center.
Among those accused are notable figures such as the Prince of Wales, Charles X, and various British lords and politicians. Each character is meticulously detailed, capturing their distinctive features and expressions of despair as they are exposed for their alleged treachery.
The intricate composition and satirical nature of this illustration provide insight into the tensions and suspicions that characterized the era of revolution in France. It serves as both a historical document and a work of art that reflects the political climate of its time.
This print is not just an artistic representation but also a window into the complex web of alliances, rivalries, and betrayals that defined this tumultuous period in history. It invites viewers to ponder the motivations and consequences behind these clandestine plots while marveling at the skillful execution of each caricatured figure.
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