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Charles Fox Collection (#2)

Charles Fox was a prominent figure in British politics during the late 18th and early 19th centuries

Background imageCharles Fox Collection: Sir Cecils Budget For Paying The National Debt, March 30, 1784. March 30, 1784

Sir Cecils Budget For Paying The National Debt, March 30, 1784. March 30, 1784
Sir Cecils Budget For Paying The National Debt, March 30, 1784

Background imageCharles Fox Collection: Wits Last Stake, or the Cobbling Voters and Abject Canvassers, April 22, 1784

Wits Last Stake, or the Cobbling Voters and Abject Canvassers, April 22, 1784

Background imageCharles Fox Collection: The Parody, or Mother Cole and Loader, April 10, 1784. April 10, 1784

The Parody, or Mother Cole and Loader, April 10, 1784. April 10, 1784
The Parody, or Mother Cole and Loader, April 10, 1784

Background imageCharles Fox Collection: The Champion of the People, March 11, 1784. March 11, 1784. Creator: Thomas Rowlandson

The Champion of the People, March 11, 1784. March 11, 1784. Creator: Thomas Rowlandson
The Champion of the People, March 11, 1784

Background imageCharles Fox Collection: The Infant Hercules, February 3, 1784. February 3, 1784. Creator: Thomas Rowlandson

The Infant Hercules, February 3, 1784. February 3, 1784. Creator: Thomas Rowlandson
The Infant Hercules, February 3, 1784

Background imageCharles Fox Collection: For The Benefit of The Champion, May 20, 1784. May 20, 1784. Creator: Thomas Rowlandson

For The Benefit of The Champion, May 20, 1784. May 20, 1784. Creator: Thomas Rowlandson
For The Benefit of The Champion, May 20, 1784

Background imageCharles Fox Collection: Billy Lackbeard and Charley Blackbeard playing at Football, February 7, 1784

Billy Lackbeard and Charley Blackbeard playing at Football, February 7, 1784

Background imageCharles Fox Collection: The Pit of Acheron or The Birth of the Plagues of England, January 28, 1784

The Pit of Acheron or The Birth of the Plagues of England, January 28, 1784

Background imageCharles Fox Collection: The Incurable, April 4, 1784. April 4, 1784. Creator: Thomas Rowlandson

The Incurable, April 4, 1784. April 4, 1784. Creator: Thomas Rowlandson
The Incurable, April 4, 1784

Background imageCharles Fox Collection: The Rival Candidates, April 8, 1784. April 8, 1784. Creator: Thomas Rowlandson

The Rival Candidates, April 8, 1784. April 8, 1784. Creator: Thomas Rowlandson
The Rival Candidates, April 8, 1784

Background imageCharles Fox Collection: The Westminster Watchman, April 12, 1784. April 12, 1784. Creator: Thomas Rowlandson

The Westminster Watchman, April 12, 1784. April 12, 1784. Creator: Thomas Rowlandson
The Westminster Watchman, April 12, 1784

Background imageCharles Fox Collection: The Covent Garden Night Mare, April 20, 1784. April 20, 1784. Creator: Thomas Rowlandson

The Covent Garden Night Mare, April 20, 1784. April 20, 1784. Creator: Thomas Rowlandson
The Covent Garden Night Mare, April 20, 1784

Background imageCharles Fox Collection: The Departure, April 29, 1784. April 29, 1784. Creator: Thomas Rowlandson

The Departure, April 29, 1784. April 29, 1784. Creator: Thomas Rowlandson
The Departure, April 29, 1784

Background imageCharles Fox Collection: The Hanoverian Horse and British Lion, March 31, 1784. March 31, 1784

The Hanoverian Horse and British Lion, March 31, 1784. March 31, 1784
The Hanoverian Horse and British Lion, March 31, 1784

Background imageCharles Fox Collection: Nollikens, (1737-1823), 1830. Creator: Unknown

Nollikens, (1737-1823), 1830. Creator: Unknown
Nollikens, (1737-1823) 1830. Joseph Nollekens (1737-1823) English sculptor who enjoyed work on mythological subjects. With patronage of king George III he sculpted William Pitt the Younger

Background imageCharles Fox Collection: Sam House, The Patriotic Publican, 1822. Creator: Robert Cooper

Sam House, The Patriotic Publican, 1822. Creator: Robert Cooper
Sam House, The Patriotic Publican, 1822. Portrait of the political publican of Soho in London, holding a clay pipe and a bowl inscribed Fox for Ever

Background imageCharles Fox Collection: Political candour - ie Coalition resolutions of June 14th 1805

Political candour - ie Coalition resolutions of June 14th 1805... 1805. Charles James Fox makes a speech in the House of Commons. William Pitt the Younger sits alone on the Treasury bench

Background imageCharles Fox Collection: Westminster School, or Dr Busby settling accounts with Master Billy and his Playmates

Westminster School, or Dr Busby settling accounts with Master Billy and his Playmates... 1785. Charles James Fox as Dr Busby birching his bitter political rival William Pitt

Background imageCharles Fox Collection: The scrutiny, or examination of the filth, 1784

The scrutiny, or examination of the filth, 1784. Five men, holding their noses and examining chamber pots, with devils in the background on either side. One man is vomiting

Background imageCharles Fox Collection: Wits last stake... 1784. Artist: Thomas Rowlandson

Wits last stake... 1784. Artist: Thomas Rowlandson
Wits last stake... 1784. Scene in a poor district of Westminster (Peter Street). The Duchess of Devonshire is canvassing a cobbler. She is supported on Charles James Foxs knee

Background imageCharles Fox Collection: The Hanoverian horse and British lion, 1784. Artist: Thomas Rowlandson

The Hanoverian horse and British lion, 1784. Artist: Thomas Rowlandson
The Hanoverian horse and British lion, 1784. Scene in the House of Commons. On the left Charles James Fox is riding the British lion, facing William Pitt the Younger on the horse of Hanover

Background imageCharles Fox Collection: The champion of the people, 1784. Artist

The champion of the people, 1784. Artist
The champion of the people, 1784. Charles James Fox attacking a many-headed monster, raising the Sword of Justice above his head. Behind him are his supporters, English, Irish and Indians

Background imageCharles Fox Collection: The Westminster Watchman, 1784. Artist: Thomas Rowlandson

The Westminster Watchman, 1784. Artist: Thomas Rowlandson
The Westminster Watchman, 1784. Charles James Fox as a watchman. In the background, two sham watchmen, Lord Hood and Sir Cecil Wray

Background imageCharles Fox Collection: General Blackbeard wounded at the battle of Leadenhall, 1784. Artist

General Blackbeard wounded at the battle of Leadenhall, 1784. Artist
General Blackbeard wounded at the battle of Leadenhall, 1784. Charles James Fox (General Blackbeard) lying on the ground amid his followers

Background imageCharles Fox Collection: The Westminster Deserter drum d out of the regiment, 1784. Artist

The Westminster Deserter drum d out of the regiment, 1784. Artist
The Westminster Deserter drum d out of the regiment, 1784. Sir Cecil Wray being drummed away from the hustings in Covent Garden. Sam House is in the centre and Charles James Fox is on the right

Background imageCharles Fox Collection: The Rival Candidates, 1784. Artist: Isaac Cruikshank

The Rival Candidates, 1784. Artist: Isaac Cruikshank
The Rival Candidates, 1784. The three candidates for the Westminster constituency at the 1784 general election. Charles James Fox in the centre, in the pose of orator

Background imageCharles Fox Collection: The State Auction, 1784. Artist: Thomas Rowlandson

The State Auction, 1784. Artist: Thomas Rowlandson
The State Auction, 1784. William Pitt the Younger, as an auctioneer, disposing of British liberties in the House of Commons

Background imageCharles Fox Collection: Westminster Races... 1784. Artist: Isaac Cruikshank

Westminster Races... 1784. Artist: Isaac Cruikshank
Westminster Races... 1784. Showing the three candidates for the Westminster constituency in the 1784 general election, Samuel Hood, Charles James Fox and Cecil Wray

Background imageCharles Fox Collection: Brittannia roused or the Coalition Monsters Destroyed, 1784

Brittannia roused or the Coalition Monsters Destroyed, 1784. The giantess Britannia holding Charles James Fox above her head and grasping Lord North around the neck

Background imageCharles Fox Collection: Procession to the hustings after a successful canvass, no: 14, 1784

Procession to the hustings after a successful canvass, no: 14, 1784
Procession to the hustings after a successful canvass, no:14, 1784. An election procession including the Duchess of Devonshire and two other ladies (probably Lady Duncannon and Mrs Crewe)

Background imageCharles Fox Collection: The fox hunt or view holla! from Leadenhall Street, 1784

The fox hunt or view holla! from Leadenhall Street, 1784. Charles James Fox, as a fox, being hunted by three dogs who are being hulloa d on by a number of spectators

Background imageCharles Fox Collection: Carlo Khans triumphal entry into Leadenhall Street, 1783. Artist: James Sayers

Carlo Khans triumphal entry into Leadenhall Street, 1783. Artist: James Sayers
Carlo Khans triumphal entry into Leadenhall Street, 1783. An Indian potentate sitting astride an elephant with human face and trunk. This is a satire on Charles James Foxs India Bill

Background imageCharles Fox Collection: The Lord of the Vineyard, 1783

The Lord of the Vineyard, 1783. Charles James Fox and Lord North standing outside a high door under a stone arch, stretching out their arms to receive an enormous bunch of grapes

Background imageCharles Fox Collection: Banco to the knave, 1782

Banco to the knave, 1782. Members of the old and new ministry sitting and standing around a card table. This is a satire on ministerial changes

Background imageCharles Fox Collection: Sawney ganging back again, being turned out of place, 1782. Artist

Sawney ganging back again, being turned out of place, 1782. Artist
Sawney ganging back again, being turned out of place, 1782. A Scot in Highland dress, walking from the Crown Inn, in the window of which sits George III with bandaged eyes

Background imageCharles Fox Collection: The grand review on Sydenham Common

The grand review on Sydenham Common... 1792. Dressed in military uniform, King George III, followed by William Pitt the Younger, Edmund Burke and others, is chasing the Prince of Wales

Background imageCharles Fox Collection: Malagrida driving post, 1792. Artist: James Gillray

Malagrida driving post, 1792. Artist: James Gillray
Malagrida driving post, 1792. A carriage driving at a gallop down St Jamess Street, London, towards the gateway of St Jamess Palace

Background imageCharles Fox Collection: The loyal toast, 1798. Artist: James Gillray

The loyal toast, 1798. Artist: James Gillray
The loyal toast, 1798. A dinner at the Crown and Anchor celebrating Charles Jamess Foxs birthday. The Duke of Norfolk is raising a brimming glass

Background imageCharles Fox Collection: Ceceders in Limbo - ie - vagabonds made usefull... 1798. Artist

Ceceders in Limbo - ie - vagabonds made usefull... 1798. Artist
Ceceders in Limbo - ie - vagabonds made usefull... 1798. The interior of a prison with three prisoners beating hemp.This is a satire on the secession of the leaders of the Whig Opposition in

Background imageCharles Fox Collection: Meeting of unfortunate citoyens, 1798. Artist: James Gillray

Meeting of unfortunate citoyens, 1798. Artist: James Gillray
Meeting of unfortunate citoyens, 1798. Charles James Fox and Charles Howard, Duke of Norfolk, meeting on the pavement outside Brookss Club

Background imageCharles Fox Collection: The Hustings. Vox populi, We ll have a mug! a mug! a mug!, 1796. Artist

The Hustings. Vox populi, We ll have a mug! a mug! a mug!, 1796. Artist
The Hustings. Vox populi, We ll have a mug! a mug! a mug!, 1796. Charles James Fox on the hustings at Covent Garden speaking to the mob saying

Background imageCharles Fox Collection: A Peace Offering to the Genius of Liberty and Equality, 1794. Artist

A Peace Offering to the Genius of Liberty and Equality, 1794. Artist
A Peace Offering to the Genius of Liberty and Equality, 1794. Whigs offering gifts to France. A procession consisting of Charles Stanhope, bearing constitutional symbols

Background imageCharles Fox Collection: View of the statue of Charles James Fox in Bloomsbury Square, Bloomsbury, London, 1817

View of the statue of Charles James Fox in Bloomsbury Square, Bloomsbury, London, 1817

Background imageCharles Fox Collection: Covent Garden with election hustings in the background, featuring Charles James Fox, (c1790?)

Covent Garden with election hustings in the background, featuring Charles James Fox, (c1790?)
Covent Garden with election hustings in the background, featuring Charles James Fox, London, (c1790?). In the foreground a riot has broken out

Background imageCharles Fox Collection: The Retreat of Carlo Khan from Leadenhall St. 1783

The Retreat of Carlo Khan from Leadenhall St. 1783. Fox, seated cross legged on, and facing the tail of an ass with the face of Lord North. The ass is led by a female representing London

Background imageCharles Fox Collection: Political candour - i. e. Coalition resolutions of June 14th 1805

Political candour - i. e. Coalition resolutions of June 14th 1805
Political candour - i.e. Coalition resolutions of June 14th 1805.... Fox makes a speech in the House of Commons. Pitt sits alone on the Treasury Bench

Background imageCharles Fox Collection: A smoking club, House of Commons, London, 1793

A smoking club, House of Commons, London, 1793. Depicting the House of Commons burlesqued as a smoking club whose quarrelsome members - Fox, Dundas, Pitt, etc. are puffing smoke at each other

Background imageCharles Fox Collection: Pray remember us poor children, 1795. Artist: Isaac Cruikshank

Pray remember us poor children, 1795. Artist: Isaac Cruikshank
Pray remember us poor children, 1795. Duke of York, Duke of Clarence and Prince of Wales at the door of the House of Commons. Henry Addington, Charles Fox and William Pitt speak




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Charles Fox was a prominent figure in British politics during the late 18th and early 19th centuries. Known for his wit, charm, and controversial views, he left an indelible mark on the political landscape of his time. One of Fox's notable works was "The Loves of the Fox and The Badger, or The Coalition Wedding, " a satirical play that mocked the political alliance between him and Lord North in January 1784. This production showcased his sharp sense of humor and ability to entertain audiences with biting social commentary. In another significant moment, we see William Pitt, the Younger addressing the Commons in 1793. Painted by Anton Hickel, this portrait captures Fox's rival delivering a powerful speech that would shape their ongoing political rivalry. "The General Toast: Honor and Honesty, Love and Loyalty" depicts an event from October 1786 where Fox raises a glass alongside friends. It showcases his affinity for good company and celebration while highlighting his commitment to principles such as honor and loyalty. However, not all depictions were flattering towards Charles Fox. In "John Bulls First Visit to his Old Friend the New Secretary, " published in March 1806, we witness satire aimed at him as he takes up a new position within government. Such caricatures were common during this period as artists used their craft to comment on politicians' actions. Despite these criticisms, Charles Williams portrays another side of Fox through works like "Fishing for Flats" (1806) or "The Honeymoon" (1806). These pieces reveal a more lighthearted aspect of his character – enjoying leisurely activities or celebrating personal milestones – reminding us that even politicians have moments away from public scrutiny. Fox's influence extended beyond politics; he also engaged with intellectual debates of his time.