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Cartoon of the French aristocratic emigres in England during the Revolution
CHT268779 Cartoon of the French aristocratic emigres in England during the Revolution, 1791 (colour litho) by Cruikshank, Isaac (1756-1811); Musee de la Ville de Paris, Musee Carnavalet, Paris, France; (add.info.: Caricature sur les nobles Francais exiles en Angleterre au moment de la revolution; ); eArchives Charmet; Scottish, out of copyright
Media ID 23381966
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Exaggerated Gesture Mockery Post Rouge Aristocrats French Revolution
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This vibrant and satirical lithograph by Isaac Cruikshank, titled "Cartoon of the French aristocratic emigres in England during the Revolution" takes us back to a tumultuous period in history. Created in 1791, it offers a humorous yet biting commentary on the exiled French nobility seeking refuge across the English Channel. The cartoon depicts a group of exaggeratedly dressed French aristocrats, their gestures and expressions reflecting both their high social status and their obliviousness to the plight of those suffering under the revolution back home. With powdered wigs, extravagant clothing, and faces adorned with rouge, they epitomize an outdated sense of opulence that contrasts sharply with the revolutionary spirit sweeping through France at that time. Cruikshank's caricature not only mocks these privileged individuals but also serves as a scathing critique of aristocracy itself. The artist cleverly captures society's growing disdain for inherited power and privilege during this era of political upheaval. Displayed against a backdrop reminiscent of post-revolutionary France, this print provides insight into both fashion trends and societal attitudes prevalent at that time. It is now housed within Musee de la Ville de Paris' Musee Carnavalet collection where it continues to serve as a historical artifact reminding us of an era when satire played an essential role in shaping public opinion.
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