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The Comet of 1811, pub. 1811 (hand coloured engraving)
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The Comet of 1811, pub. 1811 (hand coloured engraving)
3051764 The Comet of 1811, pub. 1811 (hand coloured engraving) by Gillray, James (1757-1815); Private Collection; (add.info.: George IV (1762-1830); Richard Brinsley Sheridan(1751 - 1816); Francis Edward Rawdon-Hastings, Earl of Moira (1754 - 1826); Edward Smith-Stanley, 12th Earl of Derby (1752 - 18345); Charles Howard, 11th Duke of Norfolk (1746 - 1815); William Wyndham Grenville (1759 - 1834); Richard Grenville, 1st Duke of Buckingham (1776 - 1839): Charles Grey, 2nd Earl Grey (1764 - 1845); Samuel Whitbread (1764 - 1815); Frederick Howard, 5th Earl of Carlisle (1748 - 1825); Henry Petty Fitzmaurice, 3rd Marquess of Lansdowne (1780 - 1863); George Nugent Temple Grenville, 1st Marquess of Buckingham (1753 - 1813); Thomas Erskine, 1st Baron Erskine (1750 - 1823); ); The Stapleton Collection; English, out of copyright
Media ID 22233118
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The Comet of 1811 - A Celestial Spectacle and Political Satire
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. This hand-coloured engraving, titled "The Comet of 1811" takes us back to a momentous era in history. Created by the renowned artist James Gillray, this artwork captures not only the awe-inspiring celestial event but also serves as a biting political satire. Intriguingly, amidst the ethereal beauty of the comet's tail streaking across the night sky, we find an assembly of influential figures from early 19th-century British politics. George IV, Richard Brinsley Sheridan, Charles Grey, and many others are depicted with exaggerated features and humorous caricatures. Gillray cleverly uses this astronomical phenomenon as a metaphor for the turbulent political climate at that time. The comet's radiant presence symbolizes both hope and uncertainty for these politicians who were embroiled in power struggles and debates over important issues. As we delve deeper into this print, we notice tankards on a table nearby – perhaps representing their indulgence or camaraderie during these tumultuous times. This satirical element adds another layer to Gillray's commentary on the state of affairs within Parliament. "The Comet of 1811" is not just an exquisite piece of art; it encapsulates an entire era through its fusion of science and politics. It reminds us that even in moments when celestial wonders grace our skies, human nature continues to shape our world with all its complexities and contradictions.
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