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A Modern Hercules, published November 17, 1795. Creator: Unknown
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A Modern Hercules, published November 17, 1795. Creator: Unknown
A Modern Hercules, published November 17, 1795....Or, a Finishing Blow for Poor John Bull'. British prime minister William Pitt, brandishing a club inscribed Convention Bill, towers above a crouching John Bull on whose back is tied a burden of five bundles: Pensions, Subsidies, Tax, Taxation, Debt
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A Modern Hercules - Or, a Finishing Blow for Poor John Bull
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is an intriguing hand-colored etching on ivory laid paper, published in Britain on November 17, 1795. The allegorical print, created in the 18th century, depicts a towering British Prime Minister William Pitt, brandishing a club inscribed with the "Convention Bill." Pitt, dressed in classical Greek robes and wearing a laurel wreath, looms over a crouching and fearful John Bull. John Bull, a symbol of the common man in England, is depicted with a worried expression and a heavy burden on his back. The bundles tied to John Bull's back represent the weight of "Pensions," "Subsidies," "Tax," "Taxation," and "Debt," symbolizing the financial burdens that the British people were facing during this time. Pitt, as the modern Hercules, is shown as the savior, ready to deliver a finishing blow to these burdens with the Convention Bill. The print is a powerful political statement and a commentary on the economic and political climate of the time. The use of allegory and caricature adds a layer of humor and satire to the print, making it a fascinating piece of artistic expression from the 18th century. The hand-colored etching is a testament to the artistic skill of the time and a reminder of the rich artistic heritage of Britain. The print is a must-see for anyone interested in history, politics, and the artistic schools of the 18th century. Whether you're an art enthusiast, a historian, or simply someone interested in the past, "A Modern Hercules: Or, a Finishing Blow for Poor John Bull" is a captivating piece that is sure to leave a lasting impression.
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