Earl Of Guildford Collection
"The Earl of Guildford: A British Politician and Prime Minister in 1837" This captivating portrait by R
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"The Earl of Guildford: A British Politician and Prime Minister in 1837" This captivating portrait by R. Hick showcases the influential figure, Frederick North, also known as the Earl of Guildford. As a prominent politician and prime minister during his time, he left an indelible mark on British history. Looking back to January 7, 1784, we find ourselves immersed in the political satire "The Loves of the Fox and The Badger, or The Coalition Wedding. " This clever artwork by James Sayers depicts the tumultuous coalition government that Lord North was a part of. Another notable piece is "Cicero in Catilinam, " created on March 17, 1785. Crafted by James Sayers once again, this work sheds light on Lord North's eloquence and oratory skills reminiscent of Cicero himself. Moving further back to December 1st, but this time in 1774, we encounter "The Colossus of the North; or the Striding Boreas. " An anonymous artist captures Lord North's powerful presence as he navigated through turbulent times. Fast forward to December 1st again—this time in 1776—and we stumble upon "News from America" by another anonymous creator. This satirical piece reflects Lord North's struggles with handling colonial unrest during the American Revolution. As we delve deeper into his life story through various engravings and oil paintings such as those depicting him as Frederick, Lord North K. G. , later becoming the second Earl of Guildford—we witness his evolution both politically and personally. James Sayers strikes once more with "The Mask" on May 21st, 1783—a witty portrayal showcasing how politicians often wear masks to conceal their true intentions—an art form still relevant today.