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The Re-Electing of Reynard, or Fox the Pride of the Geese, 1783 (hand-coloured engraving)
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The Re-Electing of Reynard, or Fox the Pride of the Geese, 1783 (hand-coloured engraving)
XCF306888 The Re-Electing of Reynard, or Fox the Pride of the Geese, 1783 (hand-coloured engraving) by English School, (18th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Charles James Fox (1749-1806); ); English, out of copyright
Media ID 12841702
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Anthropomorphic Cunning Deceitful Deceived Electing Election Electorate Goose Guile Liar Prime Minister Sedan Chair Tories Untrustworthy Whigs Wily Deceiver Renard The Fox Unreliable
EDITORS COMMENTS
The Re-Electing of Reynard, or Fox the Pride of the Geese, 1783 (hand-coloured engraving) captures a satirical moment in English political history. Depicting Charles James Fox, a prominent politician of the time, this anthropomorphic portrayal portrays him as Renard the Fox - wily, cunning, and untrustworthy. In this cleverly crafted cartoon caricature, Fox is shown being re-elected by a flock of geese who are oblivious to his deceitful nature. The image serves as biting satire on the political landscape of that era. It highlights how politicians like Fox could manipulate and deceive their electorate for personal gain. The artist skillfully employs symbolism throughout the print. The fox's sly expression and confident posture represent his deceptive nature while sitting comfortably in a sedan chair symbolizes his detachment from the struggles faced by ordinary people. This hand-colored engraving not only showcases artistic talent but also provides valuable insights into 18th-century politics. It sheds light on themes such as power dynamics between Whigs and Tories and exposes how politicians can be both deceivers and deceived themselves. As we delve into this historical artwork from our private collection, it reminds us that political gamesmanship has always been part of human society. This piece invites viewers to reflect upon timeless questions surrounding trustworthiness in politics while appreciating its artistic brilliance.
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