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The Popes Rear Guard or the Fright of the Reverend Father Corporal (Arriere... late 18th century. Creator: Anon)
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The Popes Rear Guard or the Fright of the Reverend Father Corporal (Arriere... late 18th century. Creator: Anon)
The Popes Rear Guard or the Fright of the Reverend Father Corporal (Arriere garde du pape, ou la frayeur du reverend pere caporal), late 18th century
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Fright Hand Colored Etching Papal Pope Retreat Retreating Troops Etched Hand Coloured Hand Tinted Parody Rearguard Roman Catholicism Satirical
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The Popes Rear Guard or the Fright of the Reverend Father Corporal - A Satirical Depiction of 18th Century Catholicism
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. This hand-colored etching, created anonymously in the late 18th century, offers a humorous and satirical take on the role and power dynamics within the Roman Catholic Church. Titled "The Popes Rear Guard or the Fright of the Reverend Father Corporal" this artwork showcases a scene from an imagined retreat of papal troops. In this comical illustration, we see a group of armed forces retreating in fear while being led by a reverend father corporal. The cartoonish depiction highlights their fright as they encounter various obstacles along their path. The artist's use of caricature adds to the overall satire and parody presented in this piece. Through its clever commentary, this print reflects on both religious and social aspects prevalent during that era. It provides insight into how individuals perceived authority figures within Christianity at that time. This work also serves as a reminder that even powerful institutions are not immune to criticism or humor. Currently housed at The Metropolitan Museum of Art, this antique print stands as a testament to historical artistic expression and cultural critique. Its presence in an art gallery allows visitors to appreciate its significance within French history and gain deeper insights into societal attitudes towards religion during the 18th century. Overall, "The Popes Rear Guard or the Fright of the Reverend Father Corporal" invites viewers to contemplate complex themes such as faith, power structures, and human folly through its whimsical portrayal.
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