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Cartoon, Sin, Death, and the Devil
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Cartoon, Sin, Death, and the Devil
Cartoon, Sin, Death, and the Devil, Vide Milton, by James Gillray. A parody of a scene from John Milton's epic poem, Paradise Lost, showing Prime Minister William Pitt (left) as Death, wearing the King's crown, Lord Chancellor Edward Thurlow (right) as Satan, and Queen Charlotte (centre) as Sin. Behind Pitt's feet is the three-headed dog, Cerberus, with the faces of Dundas, Grenville and Richmond. Date: 1792
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In this satirical cartoon print by James Gillray, we see a clever and biting parody of John Milton's epic poem, Paradise Lost. Prime Minister William Pitt is depicted as Death, wearing the King's crown, while Lord Chancellor Edward Thurlow takes on the role of Satan. Queen Charlotte appears as Sin in the center of the scene.
The symbolism is rich and layered in this image, with behind Pitt's feet lies Cerberus, the three-headed dog representing politicians Dundas, Grenville, and Richmond. The political landscape of 1792 is brought to life through this allegorical representation of power struggles and disagreements within government.
Gillray's sharp wit and keen eye for detail are evident in every aspect of this print. From the fiery backdrop symbolizing hell to the intricate facial expressions on each character, there is much to unpack in this complex piece.
Overall, Cartoon, Sin, Death, and the Devil (Cartoon Vide Milton) serves as a stark reminder that politics has always been rife with deception and manipulation. Through humor and satire, Gillray sheds light on the darker side of human nature that often emerges in positions of power.
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