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Tirailleur Francais et Chevau Leger de l Armee du Pacha de Rhodes
1275088 Tirailleur Francais et Chevau Leger de l Armee du Pacha de Rhodes, or The Evolutions of French Mounted Riflemen, published by Hannah Humphrey in 1799 (hand-coloured etching) by Gillray, James (1757-1815); Private Collection; (add.info.: French Rifleman and Light Horse Calvary; Napoleon Bonapartes (1769-1821) Rhodesian campaign; ); The Stapleton Collection; English, out of copyright
Media ID 22988480
© The Stapleton Collection / Bridgeman Images
Bicorn Bucking Dagger Discharging Eastern Encounter Firing Foolish Gaunt Incompetent Napoleonic Pacha Pasha Propaganda Pyjamas Queue Revolutionary Rhodes Riflemen Satchel Scimitar Scrawny Thrown Upset Wars Rhodesian Turk
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This hand-coloured etching, titled "Tirailleur Francais et Chevau Leger de l Armee du Pacha de Rhodes" offers a humorous and satirical take on the French mounted riflemen during Napoleon Bonaparte's Rhodesian campaign. Published by Hannah Humphrey in 1799, this caricatured print by James Gillray captures the essence of political propaganda through its clever portrayal of incompetent soldiers. In this scene, we witness a clash between French troops and Turkish forces. The bicorn-wearing French rifleman appears foolish as he discharges his weapon while riding a bucking horse. His pyjama-like uniform adds to the comical effect, contrasting with the more traditional attire of his adversaries. A queue of upset donkeys stands nearby, symbolizing the chaos caused by these inept soldiers. Gillray's attention to detail is evident in every element of this artwork – from the exaggerated moustache on the scrawny French soldier to the fez-wearing turbaned Turk armed with a dagger and spear. The cartoonish style amplifies both sides' incompetence and highlights their mismatched encounters. Through satire and wit, Gillray creates an amusing commentary on military campaigns and politics during that era. This print serves as a reminder that even great armies can be subject to ridicule when faced with unfamiliar territories or opponents. Now part of The Stapleton Collection, this engraving provides us with insight into historical events while showcasing Gillray's talent for capturing both humor and political critique within one image.
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