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698016 The genius of France extirpating despotism, tyranny and oppression from the face of the earth, Or the royal warriors defeated, 1792 (hand-coloured etching) by English School, (18th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Cartoon shows a woman wearing a liberty cap, representing the genius of France, holding a cat-o -nine-tails in one hand and the reins of a donkey in the other; on this donkey and another bucking in the background are several monarchs identified as Prussia, Germany, Russia, Sweden, Brunswick, Turkey, Spain, and, falling to the ground, China; Louis XVI lies on the ground beneath the donkey held by the woman; in the left foreground, sitting on the ground tearing her hair is Marie I of Portugal.
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Media ID 23228400
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Brunswick Cat O Nine Tails Despotism Flail Freedom International Justice Liberty Louis Xvi Monarchs Oppression Portugal Portuguese Scourge Sweden Swedish Tyranny Tyrant Whip Whipping Caricatures Monarch Prussia Prussian Punishment Rulers
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This print titled "The genius of France extirpating despotism, tyranny and oppression from the face of the earth, Or the royal warriors defeated" showcases a powerful political cartoon created by an English School artist in the 18th century. The image portrays a woman wearing a liberty cap, symbolizing the genius of France, who wields a cat-o-nine-tails whip in one hand while holding onto the reins of a donkey with another. In the background, several monarchs representing Prussia, Germany, Russia, Sweden, Brunswick, Turkey, Spain are depicted on bucking donkeys. China is shown falling to the ground as well. Beneath this chaotic scene lies Louis XVI on the ground beneath the woman's donkey. Adding to this satirical portrayal is Marie I of Portugal sitting in despair tearing her hair out in frustration. This artwork cleverly combines elements of humor and caricature to criticize and mock various rulers and their oppressive regimes. The artist's intention seems clear - to highlight France as a champion against despotism and tyranny while exposing other European nations' autocratic rule through satire. Through its intricate details and vibrant colors brought forth by hand-coloring techniques used during that time period; this print serves as both historical documentation and artistic expression. Displayed within private collections today but available for public viewing through eGalerie Bilderwelt; this piece continues to captivate viewers with its thought-provoking imagery that speaks volumes about political power dynamics during that era.
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