Premium Framed Print : Gloria Mundi, or The Devil addressing the sun Pare. Lost, Book IV, Gillray, James
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Gloria Mundi, or The Devil addressing the sun Pare. Lost, Book IV, Gillray, James
Gloria Mundi, or The Devil addressing the sun Pare. Lost, Book IV, Gillray, James, 1756-1815, artist, London, engraving 1782, en sanguine engraving showing Charles James Fox standing on a roulette wheel perched atop a globe showing England and continental Europe, the implication is that his penniless state, indicated by turned-out pockets, is due to gambling he looks over his left shoulder up at a bust of Shelburne who, like the sun, is beaming radiantly. Like Edmund Burke, Fox resigned his position as foreign secretary in protest at the appointment of Shelburne following Rockinghams death
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Media ID 12956719
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1756 1782 1815 Addressing Appointment Book Burke Bust Charles Continental Death Devil Edmund Foreign Gambling Gillray Globe Gloria James Lost Mundi Nostalgia Nostalgic Old Fashioned Pockets Position Protest Roulette Sanguine Secretary Shoulder Showing State Traditional Wheel Beaming Implication Pare Penniless Radiantly Resigned Shelburne
17"x15" (43x38cm) Premium Frame
FSC real wood frame with double mounted 10x8 print. Double mounted with white conservation mountboard. Frame moulding comprises stained composite natural wood veneers (Finger Jointed Pine) 39mm wide by 21mm thick. Archival quality Fujifilm CA photo paper mounted onto 1mm card. Overall outside dimensions are 17x15 inches (431x381mm). Rear features Framing tape to cover staples, 50mm Hanger plate, cork bumpers. Glazed with durable thick 2mm Acrylic to provide a virtually unbreakable glass-like finish. Acrylic Glass is far safer, more flexible and much lighter than typical mineral glass. Moreover, its higher translucency makes it a perfect carrier for photo prints. Acrylic allows a little more light to penetrate the surface than conventional glass and absorbs UV rays so that the image and the picture quality doesn't suffer under direct sunlight even after many years. Easily cleaned with a damp cloth. Please note that, to prevent the paper falling through the mount window and to prevent cropping of the original artwork, the visible print may be slightly smaller to allow the paper to be securely attached to the mount without any white edging showing and to match the aspect ratio of the original artwork.
FSC Real Wood Frame and Double Mounted with White Conservation Mountboard - Professionally Made and Ready to Hang
Estimated Image Size (if not cropped) is 17.1cm x 24.4cm (6.7" x 9.6")
Estimated Product Size is 38.1cm x 43.1cm (15" x 17")
These are individually made so all sizes are approximate
Artwork printed orientated as per the preview above, with portrait (vertical) orientation to match the source image.
EDITORS COMMENTS
This vintage engraving, titled "Gloria Mundi, or The Devil addressing the sun Pare. Lost, Book IV" captures a powerful political commentary by artist James Gillray. Created in 1782, this sanguine engraving showcases Charles James Fox standing atop a roulette wheel perched on a globe representing England and continental Europe. The image symbolizes Fox's penniless state resulting from his gambling habits as indicated by his turned-out pockets. He looks over his left shoulder at a radiant bust of Shelburne, akin to the sun. This alludes to Shelburne's appointment following Rockingham's death and Fox's subsequent resignation as foreign secretary in protest. With its intricate illustrative technique and historical significance, this artwork transports us back to an era of political turmoil and intrigue. It serves as a reminder of the complex power dynamics that shaped British politics during that time. The engraved image exudes nostalgia with its old-fashioned charm and traditional artistic style. It evokes feelings of romanticism while also highlighting the historic importance of art as a medium for social commentary. As part of the Liszt Collection, this print offers viewers an opportunity to delve into history through visual storytelling. Its aged appearance adds depth and authenticity to any collection or display space dedicated to preserving our cultural heritage.
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