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Sternhold and Hopkins at Sea or a Stave out of Time, 1809 (colour etching)
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Sternhold and Hopkins at Sea or a Stave out of Time, 1809 (colour etching)
3244728 Sternhold and Hopkins at Sea or a Stave out of Time, 1809 (colour etching) by Williams, Charles (d.1830); National Museum of the Royal Navy, Portsmouth, Hampshire, UK; (add.info.: Coloured engraved caricature by Charles Williams commenting on the Battle of Basque Roads of 1809, and the roles of Admiral James Gambier and Lord Thomas Cochrane. It shows Gambier seated in his cabin, with a methodist preacher, paying more attention to religious than naval service. He is ignoring Cochranes pleas for assistance to stop the French ships escaping. Published by S.W. Fores, No. 50 Piccadilly, August 1809.
); eNational Museum of the Royal Navy; British, out of copyright
Media ID 23111170
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Admiral At Sea Battleship Cabin Churchman Cleric Hopkins Ignoring Methodist Napoleonic Preacher Regency Royal Naval Satirical Print Spirituality Warship Monks Religious Orders Thomas Cochrane
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This vibrant and satirical print, titled "Sternhold and Hopkins at Sea or a Stave out of Time" captures the Battle of Basque Roads in 1809 through the artistic lens of Charles Williams. The colour etching showcases Admiral James Gambier seated in his cabin, engrossed in religious matters rather than focusing on naval service. A Methodist preacher stands by his side, emphasizing the clash between spirituality and military duty. The print humorously depicts Lord Thomas Cochrane pleading for assistance to prevent French ships from escaping, while Gambier remains oblivious to his pleas. Published by S. W. Fores in August 1809, this caricature offers a scathing commentary on the roles played by these two figures during the battle. With its detailed depiction of naval interiors and witty portrayal of characters, this artwork provides insight into Georgian-era British society and military culture. It highlights themes such as faith versus duty, satire towards authority figures, and the complexities faced by those serving in armed forces. Currently housed at the National Museum of the Royal Navy in Portsmouth, Hampshire (UK), this print serves as a historical artifact that sheds light on both religious practices within naval settings and significant events like the Battle of Basque Roads. Through its clever composition and use of color etching techniques, it invites viewers to reflect upon societal norms while enjoying an amusing visual narrative from centuries past.
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