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German Luxury or Repos a L Allemande, pub. 1800 (hand coloured engraving)
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German Luxury or Repos a L Allemande, pub. 1800 (hand coloured engraving)
2962512 German Luxury or Repos a L Allemande, pub. 1800 (hand coloured engraving) by Gillray, James (1757-1815); Private Collection; (add.info.: King Frederick Wilhem III of Prussia (1770-1840); ); The Stapleton Collection; English, out of copyright
Media ID 22797328
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This hand-coloured engraving titled "German Luxury or Repos a L Allemande, pub. 1800" by James Gillray captures a satirical scene from the early 19th century. The image depicts King Frederick Wilhem III of Prussia in his bedroom, indulging in luxurious and lazy habits. The king is shown reclining on a mattress with his feet hanging over the edge while wearing a red nightcap and smoking a pipe. His chamber pot sits nearby, symbolizing his disregard for royal decorum. A bicorn hat and scabbard lie casually on the floor, further emphasizing his relaxed state. Surrounded by tobacco pipes, newspapers, and an opulent feather duvet, the king appears lost in daydreams as he gazes into space. This caricature highlights both the extravagance of German royalty at that time and their perceived laziness. Gillray's meticulous attention to detail brings this scene to life; every element contributes to the overall satire. From the soldier's sword sheath doubling as a commode to the plume resting on top of it all, each object adds another layer of mockery. This print offers viewers an amusing glimpse into historical perceptions of luxury and indolence within European monarchies during this era. It serves as both entertainment and social commentary on power dynamics and excesses among ruling classes.
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