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Loyal Souls, or A Peep into the Mess Room at St. James, published by Hannah Humphrey in
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Loyal Souls, or A Peep into the Mess Room at St. James, published by Hannah Humphrey in
NCO190152 Loyal Souls, or A Peep into the Mess Room at St. James, published by Hannah Humphrey in 1797 (hand-coloured etching) by Gillray, James (1757-1815); Courtesy of the Warden and Scholars of New College, Oxford; English, out of copyright
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Banquet Bicorn Boisterous Boots Bottle Camaraderie Ceremonial Dress Club Dinner Drunk Drunken Epaulettes Feast Formal Glasses Hall Hanoverian Honour Inebriated Knife Litter Loyalty Merriment Morale Napoleonic Wars Officers Patriotic Plate Red Jacket Rowdy Sash Toast Wine Glass
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Loyal Souls, or A Peep into the Mess Room at St. James
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is a captivating hand-coloured etching by James Gillray, published in 1797 and now held by the Warden and Scholars of New College, Oxford. This lively image offers a glimpse into an extravagant banquet taking place within the walls of St. James' Mess Room. The scene depicts a boisterous gathering of officers in their ceremonial dress, celebrating with great enthusiasm and patriotism. The room is filled with merriment as soldiers raise their glasses to toast the king while indulging in fine food and wine. The atmosphere exudes camaraderie as these loyal souls revel in their shared sense of duty and honour. Gillray's attention to detail is evident throughout the print; from the military uniforms adorned with epaulettes to the meticulously arranged plates on each table setting. The artist captures not only the grandeur but also the rowdy nature of this occasion, portraying some individuals who have clearly imbibed more than others. This satirical cartoon provides insight into Georgian society during a time marked by conflict - likely referencing events surrounding the Napoleonic Wars. It showcases both masculine bravado and excessive drinking habits prevalent among English officers at that time. Through this engraving, Gillray masterfully combines elements of celebration, loyalty, drunkenness, and patriotism to create a compelling visual narrative that continues to captivate viewers today.
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