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Banditti, 1783 (hand-coloured engraving)
XCF306892 Banditti, 1783 (hand-coloured engraving) by Boyne, John (1750-1810); Private Collection; (add.info.: Cartoon satirising the Fox-North coalition government of March to December, 1783 and Foxs East India Bill, designed to improve the administration of India; the ministers are depicted as bandits seated around a table and dividing up the spoil, including, gold coins, Madras, Bombay and Bengal; Charles James Fox (1749-1806) is depicted in theatrical Shakespearean costume; others shown are Lord North; Duke of Portland (Prime Minister); Keppel; Burke; Lord John Cavendish; Sheridan; Dunning (Baron Ashburton) and Shelburne; ); English, out of copyright
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Colonies Corrupt Deceit Dice Drunk Political Satire Vice Cronies
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This hand-coloured engraving titled "Banditti, 1783" is a captivating political satire that offers a glimpse into the tumultuous world of British politics during the late 18th century. Created by John Boyne in 1783, this cartoon serves as a scathing critique of the Fox-North coalition government and their controversial East India Bill. In this artwork, we see various prominent politicians depicted as bandits seated around a table, greedily dividing up the spoils. The composition cleverly portrays Charles James Fox, one of the key figures in the government at that time, dressed in theatrical Shakespearean attire. Lord North and Duke of Portland are also among those portrayed as corrupt cronies engaged in vice and deceit. The artist's attention to detail is remarkable; gold coins are scattered across the table while maps representing Madras, Bombay, and Bengal symbolize colonial territories being exploited for personal gain. The inclusion of dice suggests an element of chance or manipulation involved in these political dealings. Through its biting caricatures and satirical elements, "Banditti" exposes not only corruption within British politics but also highlights larger issues surrounding power dynamics and governance during this era. This print serves as both historical documentation and artistic commentary on an important period in British history. Displayed proudly within private collections today, this engraving continues to captivate viewers with its vivid portrayal of political intrigue and moral decay amidst Georgian society.
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