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Gloria Mundi, , or The Devil addressing the Sun, pub. 1782 (hand coloured engraving)
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Gloria Mundi, , or The Devil addressing the Sun, pub. 1782 (hand coloured engraving)
2962522 Gloria Mundi, , or The Devil addressing the Sun, pub. 1782 (hand coloured engraving) by Gillray, James (1757-1815); Private Collection; (add.info.: Charles James Fox (1749-1806); William Petty, 1st Marquess of Lansdowne (1737-1805); ); The Stapleton Collection; English, out of copyright
Media ID 23135368
© The Stapleton Collection / Bridgeman Images
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Gloria Mundi, or The Devil addressing the Sun
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is a captivating hand-coloured engraving by James Gillray, dating back to 1782. This intriguing artwork depicts an anthropomorphic devil standing before the sun, symbolizing power and authority. In this satirical political cartoon, Gillray cleverly portrays two prominent figures of his time: Charles James Fox and William Petty. Fox, a member of parliament and leader of the Whig party, is represented as the devil himself. With horns protruding from his head and an evil grin on his face, he embodies cunning and deceit. On the other hand, Petty, known as a gambling spendthrift with empty pockets, is depicted as the sun – radiant but vulnerable. The composition showcases Gillray's mastery in visual storytelling through symbolism. The demonic figure of Fox addresses the sun with a box of chips resembling a roulette wheel at his feet; it signifies their fall from power due to reckless behavior. Meanwhile, Petty stands tall yet exposed with beams radiating from him like rays of sunlight. This print serves as both political satire and social commentary on Georgian-era politics. It captures not only the rivalry between these two influential men but also highlights themes such as corruption and greed within British society during that period. Overall, "Gloria Mundi" remains an enduring piece that invites viewers to reflect upon timeless themes while appreciating Gillray's artistic skill in delivering biting political commentary through caricatured imagery.
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