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Poster Print : The Pompadour General, published by George Bickham, 1759 (engraving)
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The Pompadour General, published by George Bickham, 1759 (engraving)
XJF867782 The Pompadour General, published by George Bickham, 1759 (engraving) by English School, (18th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: BM J, 1.104); English, out of copyright
Media ID 12940519
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7 Years War Bribery Command Coward Cowardice Effeminate King Of France Louis Xv Madame De Pompadour Marquis Of Granby Seven Years War Traitor Whig Henry Fox Minden
A2 (59.4 x 42cm) Poster Print
Bring historical elegance to your walls with Media Storehouse's exquisite poster prints, featuring the iconic engraving "The Pompadour General" by George Bickham, published in 1759. This stunning work of art, originally from the English School of the 18th century, showcases the fashionable and powerful Madame de Pompadour, mistress of King Louis XV of France. With intricate detail and timeless charm, this out-of-copyright print is a must-have for art enthusiasts, history buffs, and those who appreciate the beauty of fine art. Order your poster print today and add a touch of sophistication to any room in your home or office.
A2 Poster (59.4 x 42cm, 23.4" x 16.5" inches) printed on 170gsm Satin Poster Paper. Securely packaged, rolled and inserted into a strong mailing tube and shipped tracked. Poster Prints are of comparable archival quality to our Photographic prints, they are simply printed on thinner Poster Paper. Whilst we only use Photographic Prints in our frames, you can frame Poster Prints if they are carefully supported to prevent sagging over time.
Poster prints are budget friendly enlarged prints in standard poster paper sizes (A0, A1, A2, A3 etc). Whilst poster paper is sometimes thinner and less durable than our other paper types, they are still ok for framing and should last many years. Our Archival Quality Photo Prints and Fine Art Paper Prints are printed on higher quality paper and the choice of which largely depends on your budget.
Estimated Image Size (if not cropped) is 59.4cm x 33.2cm (23.4" x 13.1")
Estimated Product Size is 59.4cm x 42cm (23.4" x 16.5")
These are individually made so all sizes are approximate
Artwork printed orientated as per the preview above, with landscape (horizontal) orientation to match the source image.
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The Pompadour General - A Satirical Reflection on Power and Cowardice
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. This intriguing print showcases "The Pompadour General" an engraving published by George Bickham in 1759. Created by an anonymous English artist from the 18th century, this artwork is a part of a private collection and can be found at BM J, 1.104. Depicting the historical context of the Seven Years War, this satirical caricature delves into political intrigue and military command. The image portrays Lord Sackville, also known as Marquis of Granby, who was accused of bribery and treason during the war. With horses symbolizing power and strength in battle, the print highlights his alleged cowardice through subtle visual cues such as effeminate features. The cartoon not only mocks Sackville but also references Henry Fox and Louis XV's mistress Madame de Pompadour. It reflects collusion within politics while shedding light on societal perceptions surrounding masculinity and leadership qualities. Through clever satire, this artwork captures the essence of political maneuvering during times of conflict. Its intricate details invite viewers to explore themes like bravery versus cowardice, loyalty versus betrayal, all within a historical framework. As we delve into this piece from Fine Art Finder's collection courtesy of www. bridgemanart. com let us appreciate its ability to provoke thought about power dynamics in both warfare and politics throughout history.
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