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Cartoon, Siege de la Colonne de Pompee
Cartoon, Siege de la Colonne de Pompee [Pompeys Pillar, a Roman triumphal column], Science in the Pillory, by James Gillray. Showing Turks and Bedouins at the base of a tall Corinthian column, on top of which is a group of terrified Frenchmen (one of whom is possibly Napoleon). The Arabs have lit a fire at the base of the column. A satirical depiction of an incident which took place in Alexandria, Egypt, in 1798. Date: 1799
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1790s 1799 Arab Arabs Balloon Bedouin Bedouins Camel Camels Colonne Comment Corinthian Criticism Falling Fear Fluted Frenchmen Gillray Harsh Incident Misunderstanding Napoleon Orientalism Pillar Pillory Relationship Research Rifle Satire Satirical Scientific Siege Tall Terrified Terror Triumphal Turks Weapon Base Pompee
14"x12" (38x32cm) Modern Frame
Introducing the Media Storehouse Framed Prints collection, featuring this captivating historical cartoon by James Gillray titled "Cartoon, Siege de la Colonne de Pompee" from Mary Evans Prints Online. This exquisite print showcases the iconic Pompey's Pillar, a Roman triumphal column, in a unique and humorous light. The Science in the Pillory scene adds an intriguing layer of storytelling to this fascinating piece of history. Our carefully crafted frames complement the artwork, enhancing its beauty and preserving it for generations to come. Add this stunning framed print to your collection and bring a touch of history and wit to your home or office décor.
Wood effect frame, card mounted, 10x8 archival quality photo print. Overall outside dimensions 14x12 inches (38x32cm). Environmentally and ozone friendly, 40mm wide x 15mm Polycore® moulding has the look of real wood, is durable and light and easy to hang. Biodegradable and made with non-chlorinated gases (no toxic fumes) it is efficient; producing 100 tons of polystyrene can save 300 tons of trees! Prints are glazed with lightweight, shatterproof, optical clarity acrylic (providing the same general protection from the environment as glass). The back is stapled hardboard with a sawtooth hanger attached. Note: To minimise original artwork cropping, for optimum layout, and to ensure print is secure, the visible print may be marginally smaller
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Estimated Image Size (if not cropped) is 18.5cm x 24.4cm (7.3" x 9.6")
Estimated Product Size is 32.5cm x 37.6cm (12.8" x 14.8")
These are individually made so all sizes are approximate
Artwork printed orientated as per the preview above, with portrait (vertical) orientation to match the source image.
EDITORS COMMENTS
James Gillray's satirical print, "Siege de la Colonne de Pompee" (Siege of Pompey's Pillar), offers a harsh commentary on the political tensions and misunderstandings between European powers and the Middle East during the late 18th century. The image depicts a chaotic scene at the base of a tall Corinthian column, which represents Pompey's Pillar, a Roman triumphal monument in Alexandria, Egypt. A group of terrified Frenchmen, including what may be a likeness of Napoleon Bonaparte, cling to the fluted surface of the column as Turks and Bedouins below light a fire at its base. The scene is a satirical depiction of an incident that took place in Alexandria in 1798, when the French army, led by Napoleon, arrived in Egypt and encountered resistance from local Arab and Turkish forces. The print's title, "Science in the Pillory," suggests a critique of the European scientific and imperialist ambitions that fueled the French expedition to Egypt. The Frenchmen atop the column are shown with books and scientific instruments, implying a connection between their research and the violence and chaos unfolding below. The Arabs and Bedouins, in contrast, are portrayed as primitive and violent, with one Bedouin riding a camel and brandishing a rifle. The image reinforces Orientalist stereotypes that would come to dominate European perceptions of the Middle East in the following centuries. The balloon and falling man in the upper left corner of the print add a whimsical element to the otherwise harsh and critical commentary. The balloon, labeled "Aerostation," may represent the hubris of European scientific and imperialist endeavors, while the falling man represents the fragility and uncertainty of the European presence in the Middle East.
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