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The Republican Attack, published by Hannah Humphrey in 1795 (hand-coloured etching)
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The Republican Attack, published by Hannah Humphrey in 1795 (hand-coloured etching)
NCO190455 The Republican Attack, published by Hannah Humphrey in 1795 (hand-coloured etching) by Gillray, James (1757-1815); Courtesy of the Warden and Scholars of New College, Oxford; (add.info.: 1st November 1795 carriage of King George III (1738-1820) attacked on way to open Parliament; angry mob demanding end to war with France and food shortages; driven by William Pitt (1759-1806); Lord Lansdowne (1737-1805) fires a cannon; Charles James Fox (1749-1806) and Richard Sheridan (1751-1816) try to obstruct the carriage; ); English, out of copyright
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The Republican Attack
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is a captivating and politically charged image captured in 1795 by James Gillray, a renowned English caricaturist. This hand-coloured etching, published by Hannah Humphrey, depicts a pivotal moment in history when King George III's carriage was assaulted on its way to open Parliament. In this chaotic scene, an angry mob demands an end to the war with France and protests against food shortages. The carriage is driven by William Pitt while Lord Lansdowne fires a cannon. Charles James Fox and Richard Sheridan attempt to obstruct the procession as figures dressed as sans culottes trample on Britannia, symbolizing the assault on British values. The print showcases Gillray's exceptional talent for political satire as he criticizes the government's unpopular decisions during the Revolutionary Wars. The state occasion turns into chaos with smashed glass and damaged royal coach, highlighting the public's frustration towards their leaders. This engraving captures not only the physical attack but also represents deeper social issues such as poverty and reformers' struggle for justice. It serves as a reminder of how political unrest can escalate into violence when peace and bread are denied to the plebeian class. Courtesy of New College, Oxford, this historic artwork offers us insight into Georgian society and opposition movements of that era. It stands as a testament to Gillray's mastery in capturing significant moments through satirical imagery that continues to resonate even today.
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