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Modern Reformers in Council - or - Patriots Regaling, 1818 (colour etching)
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Modern Reformers in Council - or - Patriots Regaling, 1818 (colour etching)
XCF290947 Modern Reformers in Council - or - Patriots Regaling, 1818 (colour etching) by Cruikshank, Isaac Robert (1789-1856); Private Collection; (add.info.: published by G. Humphrey, 3 July 1818; ); English, out of copyright
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Bank Of England Blood Chartist Chartists Gall Gun Powder Gunpowder Hammer Henry Hunt Napoleon Pipe Plot Plotting Reforming Revolutionaries Rowdy Skull Social Reform Spa Fields Treason Venom
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Modern Reformers in Council - or - Patriots Regaling, 1818 (colour etching) captures a pivotal moment in history where political fervor and social reform collide. This vibrant artwork by Isaac Robert Cruikshank depicts a gathering of influential figures who are determined to challenge the status quo. In this scene, we witness an assembly of politicians, revolutionaries, and zealous individuals united under a common cause. The caricature-style illustration showcases their diverse personalities and intentions through clever symbolism. From Tom Paine's defiant stance to Napoleon's lurking presence, each character represents a different facet of the movement. The artist skillfully incorporates elements such as blood, gall, venom, gunpowder, and even a dog into the composition to emphasize the intensity of their convictions. The House of Brunswick looms ominously in the background as a reminder of oppressive rule while gas light gibbets symbolize punishment for dissenters. This print alludes to significant events like the Spa Fields riot and highlights key figures like Henry Hunt who played crucial roles in advocating for reform during this period. With pipe-smoking zealots plotting alongside hammer-wielding patriots amidst weapons and skulls strewn about them, it is evident that these individuals are prepared to fight for change at any cost. 'Modern Reformers in Council - or - Patriots Regaling' serves as both an artistic masterpiece and historical document capturing an era defined by radical ideas and passionate activism.
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