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"Making Decent", cartoon showing William Wilberforce (1759-1833
GHL60001 " Making Decent", cartoon showing William Wilberforce (1759-1833) covering up the statue of Achilles at Hyde Park Corner, by Richard Westmacott (1775-1856), pub. 1822 (litho) by English School; London Metropolitan Archives, City of London; eLondon Metropolitan Archives; English, out of copyright
Media ID 22682064
© London Metropolitan Archives / Bridgeman Images
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Estimated Image Size (if not cropped) is 19.8cm x 25.4cm (7.8" x 10")
Estimated Product Size is 22.5cm x 27.5cm (8.9" x 10.8")
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Making Decent - A Satirical Take on Morals and Society
EDITORS COMMENTS
. This intriguing print captures a thought-provoking cartoon titled "Making Decent" created in 1822 by Richard Westmacott. The artwork humorously portrays the renowned British politician and abolitionist, William Wilberforce, engaging in an unusual act at Hyde Park Corner. In this satirical scene, we see Wilberforce covering up the statue of Achilles with a cloth. Symbolically representing prudishness and puritanical values, the cartoon aims to comment on societal morals during that era. The artist cleverly uses satire to question whether such strict adherence to moral codes is necessary or even desirable. The lithograph showcases the meticulous engraving skills of an anonymous English School artist from that time period. Through intricate lines and shading techniques, they bring out every detail of this image. With its historical significance intact, this print offers viewers a glimpse into early 19th-century society's attitudes towards morality and social norms. It serves as a reminder that art has long been used as a tool for commentary and reflection on human behavior. Thanks to Bridgeman Images' preservation efforts, we can now appreciate this remarkable piece of artistry once again. This photograph allows us to delve into the past while contemplating how our own society grapples with similar questions about decency today.
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