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Metal Print : Amusement for John Bull & his cousin Paddy, or, the gambols of the American buffalo in St. Jamess Street. English satirical engraving, 1 May 1783
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Amusement for John Bull & his cousin Paddy, or, the gambols of the American buffalo in St. Jamess Street. English satirical engraving, 1 May 1783
CARTOON: JOHN BULL, 1783.
Amusement for John Bull & his cousin Paddy, or, the gambols of the American buffalo in St. Jamess Street. English satirical engraving, 1 May 1783
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Media ID 7963705
1783 American Revolution Basket Bread Bull Fish John Bull Loaf Politics Revolution Rice Paddy Satire Sea Food St James
15"x10" (38x25cm) Metal Print
Bring a touch of historical wit to your home or office with Media Storehouse's Metal Prints featuring the satirical engraving, "Amusement for John Bull & his cousin Paddy, or, the gambols of the American buffalo in St. Jamess Street." This 1783 English cartoon by Granger Art on Demand captures the humor and commentary of the time, depicting John Bull and his cousin Paddy interacting with American buffalo in a London street. Our high-quality Metal Prints offer vibrant colors and stunning detail, ensuring your print becomes a conversation starter and a unique addition to any space.
Your image is printed photographically and bonded to a 3.5mm thick, Dibond board (black polyethylene sandwiched between two sheets of white coated aluminium). The panel is then sealed with a gloss protective covering. Supplied complete with a wall mount which holds the print 10mm from the wall.
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Estimated Product Size is 38.1cm x 25.4cm (15" x 10")
These are individually made so all sizes are approximate
Artwork printed orientated as per the preview above, with landscape (horizontal) or portrait (vertical) orientation to match the source image.
EDITORS COMMENTS
The satirical engraving titled "Amusement for John Bull & his cousin Paddy, or, the gambols of the American buffalo in St. Jamess Street" captures a humorous depiction of political tensions during the American Revolution. Created on 1 May 1783, this English cartoon offers a glimpse into the prevailing sentiments of that era. In the bustling streets of St. James's Street, we witness an amusing spectacle unfold. The central figure is John Bull, representing England and its people, accompanied by his Irish cousin Paddy. Their attention is drawn to an unexpected sight - an American buffalo wreaking havoc amidst their daily lives. Symbolizing America's struggle for independence from British rule, this wild creature disrupts traditional norms and challenges established authority. With a loaf of bread balanced precariously on its back and fish spilling out from its mouth, it playfully mocks Britain's control over food supplies during colonial times. This clever satire also alludes to economic concerns surrounding rice production in America (depicted as Paddy's rice paddy) and highlights how these issues contributed to growing tensions between England and its colonies across the Atlantic Ocean. Through this whimsical artwork, viewers are invited to reflect upon the complexities of politics and power dynamics during a transformative period in history. It serves as a reminder that even amidst conflict and revolution, humor can be found within society's most pressing issues.
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