Roger Aytoun and Duc d Angouleme
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Roger Aytoun and Duc d Angouleme
THE GREAT AND THE SMALL ARE THERE Caricature by John Kay of Roger Aytoun and the Duc d Angouleme Date: 1797
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1797 Angouleme Antoine Dauphin Major Roger Ayton Aytoun
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This caricature by John Kay, dated 1797, depicts a humorous encounter between Major Roger Aytoun of the British Army and the Duc d'Angouleme, Antoine Charles Louis marquis de Gouvion-Saint-Cyr, a major French commander during the late 18th century. The image, titled "The Great and the Small Are There," highlights the stark contrast between the two men in terms of size and rank. Major Aytoun, dressed in his full military uniform, stands with a smirk on his face, his hand extended towards the Duc d'Angouleme, who is depicted as a diminutive figure, wearing the uniform of a French officer. The Duc, with a look of surprise and annoyance, attempts to swat away Aytoun's hand, while his son, the Dauphin of France, looks on in amusement. This caricature is a testament to the political and military tensions between Britain and France during the late 18th century, as the two nations were engaged in a series of conflicts, including the French Revolutionary Wars. The image serves as a reminder of the often personal nature of warfare, with soldiers and commanders on both sides vying for supremacy on the battlefield. John Kay was a renowned British caricaturist and printmaker, known for his satirical and humorous works. This particular caricature, with its clever use of humor and visual wit, provides a unique perspective on the historical figures and events of the time, offering a glimpse into the complexities of the 18th century and the people who shaped it.
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