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Here is a Gentlemen, and a friend of mine!, c1820. Creator: George Cruikshank
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Here is a Gentlemen, and a friend of mine!, c1820. Creator: George Cruikshank
Here is a Gentlemen, and a friend of mine!, c1820. Satirical cartoon from a political pamphlet: " The question is not merely whether the Queen shall have her rights, but whether the rights of any individual in the kingdom shall be free from violation" ; Her Majestys Answer to the Norwich Address. George IV has fallen from a Matrimonial Ladder at the top of which sits Queen Caroline. The broken rungs are labelled Degradation, Coronation, Publication, Accusation, Consternation etc. Here is a Gentlemen, and a friend of mine! is a quote from " Measure for Measure" by Shakespeare. From an album containing portraits and satirical caricatures related to the trial of Queen Caroline (1768-1821, also known as Caroline of Brunswick, consort of King George IV) in 1820
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The print titled "Here is a Gentlemen, and a friend of mine!" captures the essence of political satire during the early 19th century. Created by George Cruikshank in approximately 1820, this satirical cartoon was part of a larger political pamphlet called "The question is not merely whether the Queen shall have her rights, but whether the rights of any individual in the kingdom shall be free from violation; Her Majestys Answer to the Norwich Address". In this artwork, King George IV has fallen from a Matrimonial Ladder while Queen Caroline sits triumphantly at its top. The broken rungs are labeled with words such as Degradation, Coronation, Publication, Accusation, and Consternation. The quote "Here is a Gentlemen, and a friend of mine!" is taken from Shakespeare's play "Measure for Measure" adding an additional layer of literary reference. This caricature relates directly to the trial of Queen Caroline (also known as Caroline of Brunswick), who was accused by her husband King George IV. It reflects the tensions between them and highlights broader issues surrounding individual rights within society. George Cruikshank's skillful engraving brings out both humor and drama in this piece. Through his intricate details and clever symbolism, he criticizes societal norms and questions power dynamics within marriage and monarchy. As we delve into this historical artifact captured in black-and-white imagery, it serves as a reminder that art can be used as a powerful tool to express dissenting opinions on social matters even centuries later.
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