Home > Europe > United Kingdom > England > London > Politics > Charles Grey
Stealing Off, or Prudent Secesion, published by Hannah Humphrey in 1798
Wall Art and Photo Gifts from Fine Art Finder
Stealing Off, or Prudent Secesion, published by Hannah Humphrey in 1798
NCO189777 Stealing Off, or Prudent Secesion, published by Hannah Humphrey in 1798 (hand-coloured etching with aquatint) by Gillray, James (1757-1815); 25.7x36.2 cm; Courtesy of the Warden and Scholars of New College, Oxford; (add.info.: Charles James Fox (1749-1806) temporarily exiled himself from the House of Commons in protest; Charles Grey (1764-1845) the opposition greyhound ; the opposition eat their words; William Pitt (1759-1806) declares a list of triumphs; pig with the head of a man; ); English, out of copyright
Media ID 22931076
© Bridgeman Images
Anthropomorphic Bench Corpulent Defeat Dishevelled Documents Doorway Embarrassment Escape Escaping Failure Fangs Fleeing Gallery Hanoverian Humiliation Member Of Parliament Mockery Political Satire Speakers Chair Stout Stubble Teeth Threshold Whig
FEATURES IN THESE COLLECTIONS
> Animals
> Mammals
> Dogs (Domestic)
> Hound
> Greyhound
> Animals
> Mammals
> Dogs (Wild)
> Grey Fox
> Arts
> Artists
> G
> James Gillray
> Arts
> Pop art
> Satire
> Satirical artwork
> Arts
> Street art graffiti
> Portraits
> Fine art
> Europe
> United Kingdom
> England
> London
> Politics
> Charles Grey
> Europe
> United Kingdom
> England
> London
> Politics
> William Pitt
> Fine Art Finder
> Artists
> James Gillray
> Fine Art Finder
> Cartoons, Caricatures & Humour
EDITORS COMMENTS
The print "Stealing Off, or Prudent Secesion" by James Gillray is a captivating piece of political satire from 1798. Measuring 25.7x36.2 cm, this hand-coloured etching with aquatint showcases the artist's talent for capturing the essence of his subjects. In the foreground, we see Charles James Fox, a prominent statesman who temporarily exiled himself from the House of Commons as an act of protest. His disheveled appearance and defeated expression convey his sense of humiliation and failure. Meanwhile, Charles Grey, known as the opposition greyhound, stands nearby with a snarling dog at his side. The opposition members are depicted eating their own words in a symbolic gesture of defeat. On the other side of the image, William Pitt declares a list of triumphs while standing next to an anthropomorphic pig with the head of a man. This clever portrayal mocks Pitt's government and suggests that he is nothing more than an arrogant figurehead. The composition is filled with details that add depth to this satirical scene - letters scattered on the floor symbolize chaos and fleeing politicians can be seen through an open doorway in the background. Overall, "Stealing Off" offers viewers a glimpse into Georgian politics through Gillray's sharp wit and artistic skill. It serves as both entertainment and commentary on power dynamics within British society during this time period.
MADE IN AUSTRALIA
Safe Shipping with 30 Day Money Back Guarantee
FREE PERSONALISATION*
We are proud to offer a range of customisation features including Personalised Captions, Color Filters and Picture Zoom Tools
SECURE PAYMENTS
We happily accept a wide range of payment options so you can pay for the things you need in the way that is most convenient for you
* Options may vary by product and licensing agreement. Zoomed Pictures can be adjusted in the Cart.
![Midas, Transmuting all into [Gold] Paper, pub. 1797 (hand coloured engraving)](/sq/690/midas-transmuting-all-gold-paper-pub-23446536.jpg.webp)
