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State Jugglers, pub. 1788 (hand coloured engraving)
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State Jugglers, pub. 1788 (hand coloured engraving)
2966797 State Jugglers, pub. 1788 (hand coloured engraving) by Gillray, James (1757-1815); Private Collection; (add.info.: Edmund Burke (1729 - 1797); Charles James Fox (1749 - 1806); Richard Brinsley Sheridan (1751 - 1816); Alexander Hood, 1st Viscount Bridport (1726-1814); King George III (1738-1820); Warren Hastings (1732 - 1818); William Petty, Marquess of Lansdowne (1737 - 1805); Henry Dundas, Viscount Melville (1742 - 1811); William Pitt (1759 - 1806); Sophia Charlotte Mecklenburg-Strelitz (1733 - 1818); Thomas Townshend, Viscount Sydney (1733 - 1800); John WIlkes (1725 - 1797); ); The Stapleton Collection; English, out of copyright
Media ID 22693010
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State Jugglers, pub. 1788 - A Satirical Snapshot of Political Power
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. This hand-coloured engraving by James Gillray, titled "State Jugglers" offers a fascinating glimpse into the political landscape of late 18th-century England. The print features a diverse cast of influential figures, including statesmen, royalty, and even a fishwife. The central platform becomes an arena for political theatrics as various characters perform their juggling acts to captivate the onlookers. Among them are prominent politicians such as Edmund Burke, Charles James Fox, and William Pitt. King George III himself watches from above with an air of amusement. Symbolism abounds in this intricate composition - coins representing wealth and power are scattered around the jugglers' feet while a crown sits precariously atop one performer's head. A seesaw adds an element of balance or imbalance to the scene while Punch (a popular puppet character) observes from his perch. Social satire is woven throughout every detail; caricatured faces convey exaggerated expressions and personalities. Even Queen Charlotte makes an appearance alongside other notable figures like Warren Hastings and Sophia Charlotte Mecklenburg-Strelitz. Gillray's masterful use of satire highlights the absurdity and complexity of politics during this era. Through clever visual storytelling, he invites viewers to question those in positions of authority and consider the true nature behind their performances. This remarkable engraving serves as both historical documentation and artistic commentary on power dynamics that continue to
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