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Contemplations upon a Coronet, pub. 1807 (hand coloured engraving)
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Contemplations upon a Coronet, pub. 1807 (hand coloured engraving)
3035677 Contemplations upon a Coronet, pub. 1807 (hand coloured engraving) by Gillray, James (1757-1815); Private Collection; (add.info.: Elizabeth Farren (c.1759-1829); Edward Smith-Stanley, Earl of Derby, (1752-1834); Miss Farren contemplating her imminent marriage to Lord Derby after the death of his first wife; ); The Stapleton Collection; English, out of copyright
Media ID 22627962
© The Stapleton Collection / Bridgeman Images
Actress Anticipation Aspiration Coronet Dressing Table Excitement Hanoverian Indecent Scandalous Social Satire Stomach Stool
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Contemplations upon a Coronet - A Glimpse into Georgian Society
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. This hand-coloured engraving, "Contemplations upon a Coronet" by James Gillray, offers us a fascinating window into the world of Georgian society. The print depicts Elizabeth Farren, an acclaimed actress of her time, deep in thought as she contemplates her imminent marriage to Edward Smith-Stanley, Earl of Derby. The scene is set at Miss Farren's dressing table, where she sits on an elegant stool adorned with fashionable hat pins. Her expression reveals a mix of excitement and anticipation as she envisions her future as Lady Derby. However, scandalous whispers surround their union due to Lord Derby's previous wife's recent passing. Gillray masterfully captures the complexities of social climbing and aspiration prevalent during this era. With biting satire and wit, he highlights the contrast between Miss Farren's low-born origins and her desire for higher status symbolized by the coronet atop the pad on which she rests her arm. Through intricate details such as fashion choices and hairstyles popular at that time, this engraving provides valuable insights into 19th-century British society. It serves not only as a work of art but also as a historical document that invites contemplation on themes like class dynamics and societal expectations. As we gaze upon this remarkable print from Bridgeman Images' Stapleton Collection today, we are reminded once again how art can transport us back in time while sparking reflections on our
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