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The Gout, 1799 (hand-coloured soft-ground etching on wove paper)
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The Gout, 1799 (hand-coloured soft-ground etching on wove paper)
995994 The Gout, 1799 (hand-coloured soft-ground etching on wove paper) by Gillray, James (1757-1815); 26.6x36.2 cm; Art Gallery of Ontario, Toronto, Canada; © Art Gallery of Ontario; Gift of the Trier-Fodor Foundation, 1991
Media ID 23518084
© Art Gallery of Ontario Gift of the Trier-Fodor Foundation, 1991 / Bridgeman Images
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The Gout, 1799
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is a captivating and satirical print by James Gillray that showcases his exceptional talent as an artist. This hand-coloured soft-ground etching on wove paper measures 26.6x36.2 cm and can be found in the Art Gallery of Ontario in Toronto, Canada. In this surreal and humorous artwork, Gillray personifies the debilitating disease known as gout through a monstrous creature with devilish features. The disabled figure is depicted biting and scratching at its own foot, symbolizing the excruciating pain experienced by those suffering from this ailment. Gillray's caricature serves as a scathing satire of medical science during the Georgian era. It highlights both the limitations of healthcare services available at that time and the absurdity of attempting to find relief for such a complex condition. The artist's attention to detail is evident in every stroke, capturing not only the physical manifestations of gout but also conveying its impact on individuals' lives. Through his artistic genius, Gillray creates a fantastical character that embodies both illness and disability. "The Gout, 1799" stands as a testament to Gillray's ability to use art as a medium for social commentary. With wit and creativity, he sheds light on important issues surrounding health while simultaneously showcasing his technical prowess as an English artist during this period. This print serves as a reminder of how far medical science has come since then while also highlighting the enduring power of art to provoke thought and spark conversations about our society's understanding of health and medicine.
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