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T. Oates Esq, 1897. Creator: John Leech
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T. Oates Esq, 1897. Creator: John Leech
T. Oates Esq, 1897. Titus Oates (1649-1705) was an Anglican priest who made up the story of the Popish Plot of 1678, a plot against the government. He was condemned by Judge Jeffreys to imprisonment for life. In addition it was ordered that he would stand annually in the pillory at particular spots, and every May, to be flogged from Aldgate to Newgate. Under William III he was released and pensioned. From " The Comic History of England" by Gilbert Abbott A Beckett, with satirical illustrations by John Leech. [Bradbury, Agnew & Co, London, 1897]
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This print captures T. Oates Esq, a significant figure in British history during the 17th century. Created by renowned artist John Leech for "The Comic History of England" publication in 1897, this satirical illustration sheds light on the infamous Popish Plot of 1678. T. Oates Esq, also known as Titus Oates, was an Anglican priest who fabricated a plot against the government, falsely accusing Catholics of conspiring to overthrow King Charles II. His deceitful actions led to his condemnation by Judge Jeffreys and a lifetime imprisonment sentence. In addition to his incarceration, it was ordered that every May he would endure public humiliation by standing annually in the pillory at designated locations and be flogged from Aldgate to Newgate. However, under William III's reign, Titus Oates was eventually released from prison and granted a pension. John Leech's caricature brilliantly portrays this controversial historical figure with humor and wit. The monochrome depiction showcases T. Oates Esq as a comical character amidst the political turmoil of 17th-century Britain. This print serves as a reminder of how religion and power can intertwine throughout history while highlighting the enduring impact individuals like Titus Oates had on society. It offers us an intriguing glimpse into Victorian-era satire through John Leech's artistic lens.
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