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John Bull & the arch-itect wot builds the arches - &c - &c - &c - &c, 1829
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John Bull & the arch-itect wot builds the arches - &c - &c - &c - &c, 1829
John Bull & the arch-itect wot builds the arches - &c - &c - &c - &c, 1829. John Nash standing between the two wings of Buckingham Palace confronted by John Bull, holding a long scroll. The two men are separated by Marble Arch. Nash was commissioned in 1825 to remodel the then Buckingham House into Buckingham Palace and to build the Royal Mews and Marble Arch
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Architect Buckingham Palace Heath John Bull John Nash Marble Arch Mclean Nash Paul Pry Scroll Thomas Mclean William Heath Allegorical Figure City Of Westminster Scrutinising
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The print captures a satirical scene from 19th century Britain, titled "John Bull & the arch-itect wot builds the arches - &c - &c - &c - &c, 1829". In this allegorical depiction, we see John Nash, an esteemed architect of his time, standing between the two wings of Buckingham Palace. He is confronted by John Bull, a personification of England itself, holding a long scroll. Nash was commissioned in 1825 to transform Buckingham House into what would become known as Buckingham Palace. His task also included constructing the Royal Mews and Marble Arch. This caricature represents the public's scrutiny and skepticism towards Nash's architectural plans. Separated by Marble Arch, symbolizing their differing perspectives on architecture and design, Nash and John Bull engage in a visual dialogue. The cartoonist William Heath skillfully portrays this encounter with wit and satire. The Guildhall Library and Art Gallery houses this etching that showcases not only an important moment in British architectural history but also reflects societal attitudes towards construction during that era. This image invites us to ponder upon the role of architects in shaping our built environment while reminding us of the influence public opinion can have on such projects.
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