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Weird Sisters: Ministers of Darkness: Minions of the Moon, pub
3025364 Weird Sisters: Ministers of Darkness: Minions of the Moon, pub. 1791 (hand coloured engraving) by Gillray, James (1757-1815); Private Collection; (add.info.: William Pitt (1759-1806); Henry Dundas, Viscount Melville (1742 - 1811); Edward Lord Thurlow (1731-1806); visual metaphor of lunacy during the time of George IIIs (1738-1820) madness; crescent profile of Queen Charlotte (1744-1818); profile of George III (1738-1820) in the shadow of the moon; parody of the three witches from Macbeth depicted by Henry Fuseli; ); The Stapleton Collection; English, out of copyright
Media ID 23261008
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Illness Insanity Lunacy Lunar Lunatic Macbeth Madness Metaphorical Minister Parody Political Satire Shadow Shakespeare William 1564 1616 Constitutional Crisis
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The hand-coloured engraving titled "Weird Sisters: Ministers of Darkness: Minions of the Moon, pub. 1791" by James Gillray is a captivating visual metaphor that delves into the political and psychological landscape of its time. Depicting three prominent figures - William Pitt, Henry Dundas, and Edward Lord Thurlow - as the Weird Sisters from Shakespeare's Macbeth, this satirical artwork explores themes of lunacy and monarchy during King George III's reign. In this allegorical portrayal, Queen Charlotte's crescent profile looms above George III, casting a shadow over him as he grapples with his own madness. The artist cleverly uses the lunar symbolism to highlight the constitutional crisis faced by the monarchy at that time. Gillray's caricature-like style adds depth to this powerful image, emphasizing not only the insanity plaguing George III but also commenting on the male-dominated political landscape. The exaggerated features and expressions serve as a reminder of how power can corrupt even those in positions of authority. This engraving serves as both a critique and parody of society during this tumultuous period in history. It invites viewers to reflect on issues such as illness within royalty, political satire, and societal perceptions surrounding mental health. As an important piece from English art history, "Weird Sisters: Ministers of Darkness: Minions of the Moon" continues to captivate audiences with its intricate details and thought-provoking message about power dynamics and human nature.
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