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Le Ministre d Etat en grand costume, from the series
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Le Ministre d Etat en grand costume, from the series
NCO191270 Le Ministre d Etat en grand costume, from the series, Habits of the New French Legislators and other Public Functionaries, published by Hannah Humphrey in 1798 (hand-coloured etching) by Gillray, James (1757-1815); Courtesy of the Warden and Scholars of New College, Oxford; (add.info.: the Minister for the State in official dress; ); English, out of copyright
Media ID 22931178
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1749 1806 Absurd Anti Jacobin Propaganda Charles James Fox Exotic Extravagant Fashion Plate Feathers Lace Collar Opposition Leader Political Satire Radical Whig Ridiculous Rotund Sash Tunic Unkempt Unpatriotic Unshaven Pot Bellied
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This hand-coloured etching titled "Le Ministre d Etat en grand costume" is a captivating political satire piece created by James Gillray in 1798. The print, part of the series "Habits of the New French Legislators and other Public Functionaries" offers a humorous portrayal of an extravagant opposition leader in France. The depicted statesman, dressed in an absurdly flamboyant outfit, stands tall with his pot-bellied figure accentuated by flowing robes. His tunic is adorned with exotic feathers and a sash while he dons a bicorn hat embellished with striking red plumes. Pointed shoes with bows complete this fashion plate's ensemble. Gillray's caricature aims to ridicule this radical whig politician, known for his anti-Jacobin propaganda and unpatriotic tendencies. With an unkempt appearance and unshaven face, the minister appears more sympathetic towards the French than his own countrymen. The artist employs intricate details such as lace collars and exaggerated features to emphasize the ridiculousness of this portrait. Through clever use of political satire, Gillray criticizes not only the individual but also those who support him. This engraving serves as both entertainment and commentary on contemporary politics during that era. It showcases Gillray's talent for capturing absurdity through art while providing insight into societal perceptions of politicians at that time.
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