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The Parricide A Sketch Of Modern Patriotism
Filename: 981_05_LC130712_0256.jpg
Size: 5001 x 3573 (2.6MB)
Date: 1st January 1800
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Copyright Status: Copyrighted Work
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The Parricide A Sketch Of Modern Patriotism
The Parricide A Sketch Of Modern Patriotism, En Sanguine Engraving, A Woman Wearing A Feathered Headdress, Representing America, Stepping On Britannias Broken Spear And Shield, She Lunges From The Left, At The Direction Of John Wilkes, Toward Britannia Who Is Being Restrained By Two Men, At The Same Time The British Lion Lunges From The Right, Guided By Lord Camden. Several Ministers Assist With The Parricide, And On The Far Left, Discord, An Old MedUSA-like Hag, Raises Two Torches In Victory. An Abyss Appears To Be Opening At Britannias Feet
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Media ID 9732145
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America Appears Artwork Britannia Broken Camden Direction Feet Headdress John Left Lion Lord Ministers Modern Nostalgia Nostalgic Opening Patriotism Raises Representing Romantic Sanguine Shield Sketch Spear Stepping Time Traditional Victory Wearing Abyss Assist Discord Feathered Guided Lunges Restrained Torches Wilkes
EDITORS COMMENTS
This vintage print titled "The Parricide: A Sketch of Modern Patriotism" captures a powerful moment in history. In this romanticized engraving, we see a woman representing America wearing an elaborate feathered headdress, symbolizing her strength and sovereignty. Stepping on Britannia's broken spear and shield, she lunges towards her from the left under the guidance of John Wilkes, a prominent figure at that time. Britannia is being restrained by two men while simultaneously facing the threat of the British Lion lunging from the right, guided by Lord Camden. The scene is filled with tension as several ministers assist in this symbolic act of parricide against Britain. On the far left stands Discord, an old Medusa-like hag raising two torches in victory. As Britannia's feet hover over an abyss opening up beneath her, it becomes evident that significant changes are taking place. This engraved image showcases not only historic art but also reflects upon cultural and political sentiments of its time. With its nostalgic Victorian charm and illustrative technique reminiscent of traditional engravements, it evokes a sense of nostalgia for those who appreciate historical artwork.
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