Uncouth Collection

The Republican Hercules defending his Country, pub. 1797 (hand coloured engraving)
2966814 The Republican Hercules defending his Country, pub. 1797 (hand coloured engraving) by Gillray, James (1757-1815); Private Collection; (add.info)

Why not go the limit? For the benefit of those ladies who ask the right to smoke in
1078685 Why not go the limit? For the benefit of those ladies who ask the right to smoke in public, 1908 (colour litho) by Dart

The Hustings. Vox Populi We ll have a Mug! A Mug! A Mug!, pub
2966807 The Hustings. Vox Populi We ll have a Mug! A Mug! A Mug!, pub. 1796 (hand coloured engraving) by Gillray, James (1757-1815); Private Collection; (add.info)

The Devonshire, or Most Approved Method of Securing Votes, pub
2962498 The Devonshire, or Most Approved Method of Securing Votes, pub. 1784 (hand coloured engraving) by Rowlandson, Thomas (1756-1827); Private Collection; (add.info.: Georgiana)

A Duet, pub. 1792 (hand coloured engraving)
3025380 A Duet, pub. 1792 (hand coloured engraving) by Gillray, James (1757-1815); Private Collection; (add.info.: Thomas Vanhagen; Turn Fair Clora, turn, ah cruel)

British Tars towing the Danish Fleet into Harbour: the Borad bottom Leviathan trying to
3025367 British Tars towing the Danish Fleet into Harbour: the Borad bottom Leviathan trying to swamp Billys old Boat, & the little Corsican tottering on the Clouds of Ambition, pub

Cocktails and Crinolines, 1929 Cocktails and Crinolines: That Victorian Revival. 1
Cocktails and Crinolines: That Victorian Revival. 1. We are told that womens costumes tend to become more and more Victorian. 2

A French Gentleman of the Court of Louis XVI and a French Gentleman of the Court of
NCO190145 A French Gentleman of the Court of Louis XVI and a French Gentleman of the Court of Egalite, published in 1799 (hand-coloured etching) by Gillray

Citizens Visiting the Bastille, pub. 1799 (hand coloured engraving)
2966823 Citizens Visiting the Bastille, pub. 1799 (hand coloured engraving) by Gillray, James (1757-1815); Private Collection; (add.info)

Middle Class Boarding House, caricature, 1881 (colour engraving)
CHT199734 Middle Class Boarding House, caricature, 1881 (colour engraving) by Lavrate, Edmond (1829-1888); Musee de la Ville de Paris, Musee Carnavalet, Paris, France; eArchives Charmet; French

British Tars towing the Danish Fleet into Harbour, or The Broadbottom Leviathan trying to
NCO191758 British Tars towing the Danish Fleet into Harbour, or The Broadbottom Leviathan trying to swamp Billys old Boat, & the little Corsican tottering on the Clouds of Ambition

Billingsgate Eloquence, published by Hannah Humphrey in 1795 (hand-coloured engraving
NCO260495 Billingsgate Eloquence, published by Hannah Humphrey in 1795 (hand-coloured engraving) (detail of 191281) by Gillray, James (1757-1815); Courtesy of the Warden and Scholars of New College

The Devonshire, or Most Approved Method of Securing Votes
NCO190485 The Devonshire, or Most Approved Method of Securing Votes, published by William Humphrey in 1784 (hand-coloured etching) by Rowlandson

The Daily Advertiser, published by Hannah Humphrey in 1797 (hand-coloured etching)
NCO191754 The Daily Advertiser, published by Hannah Humphrey in 1797 (hand-coloured etching) by Gillray, James (1757-1815); Courtesy of the Warden and Scholars of New College

A Duet: Turn Fair Clora, turn, ah cruel, turn again
NCO191752 A Duet: Turn Fair Clora, turn, ah cruel, turn again published by Hannah Humphrey in 1792 (hand-coloured etching) by Gillray

The Republican-Hercules Defending his Country, published by Hannah Humphrey in 1797
NCO190149 The Republican-Hercules Defending his Country, published by Hannah Humphrey in 1797 (hand-coloured etching) by Gillray

Cymon & Iphigenia, published by Hannah Humphrey in 1796 (hand-coloured etching)
NCO191294 Cymon & Iphigenia, published by Hannah Humphrey in 1796 (hand-coloured etching) by Gillray, James (1757-1815); Courtesy of the Warden and Scholars of New College

Greedy Monkey, 1929 (bodycolour within a delineated border in black ink on cream paper)
1217610 Greedy Monkey, 1929 (bodycolour within a delineated border in black ink on cream paper) by Somov, Konstantin Andreevic (1869-1939); 8.7x11 cm; Ashmolean Museum, University of Oxford

The Invasion (coloured engraving)
957786 The Invasion (coloured engraving) by Browne, Hablot Knight (Phiz) (1815-92) (after); Private Collection; (add.info.: The Invasion)

ROMAN CELEBRATION / VIRGIL
Dancing in honour of CERES (Demeter), the goddess of agriculture. On Ceres let him call & Ceres praise, With uncouth dances & with country lays. Date: First published: 29 BC

An Irish banquet, 1581, (1893). From The Image of Irelande by John Derrick, 1581. An illustration from A Short History of the English People, by John Richard Green, illustrated edition, Volume II

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"Uncouth: A Glimpse into the Colourful Past" Step back in time and explore a collection of captivating engravings and etchings that offer a window into the uncouth yet intriguing moments of history. From political satire to social customs, these artworks transport us to different eras, revealing the diverse facets of society. "The Republican Hercules defending his Country, pub. 1797 (hand-coloured engraving)" showcases a powerful figure symbolizing strength and patriotism during turbulent times. It reminds us of the unwavering spirit that can emerge amidst chaos. "Why not go the limit? For the benefit of those ladies who ask the right to smoke in" challenges societal norms with its cheeky suggestion. This humorous piece from an era when women's rights were still evolving invites us to question conventions and embrace individual freedoms. In "Un Petit Souper à la Parisienne, " we witness a family of sans-culottes refreshing themselves after their daily struggles in 1792 France. This hand-coloured etching by Hannah Humphrey captures both their exhaustion and determination as they find solace together. "The Hustings. Vox Populi We'll have a Mug. A Mug. A Mug. , pub. " transports us to an election scene where boisterous demands for drinks highlight both political fervor and rowdy camaraderie. It reflects how even serious matters could be approached with joviality in earlier times. "The Devonshire, or Most Approved Method of Securing Votes, pub. " satirizes electoral tactics employed during this period, shedding light on less scrupulous methods used by politicians seeking support from constituents. "A Duet, pub. 1792 (hand-coloured engraving)" reveals two musicians engrossed in their performance while showcasing fashion trends prevalent at that time. The artwork serves as a delightful reminder that artistry transcends boundaries throughout history. In "British Tars towing the Danish Fleet into Harbour.