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Le Boureau, Gillray, James, 1756-1815, Engraving 1798, George Tierney Dressed As An Executioner Standing Next To A Guillotine With A Crowd Of Liberty-capped Citizens In The Background

Praetor-urbanus, Inauguration Of The Coptic Mayor Of Cairo, Preceded By The Procureur De La Commune, Gillray, James, 1756-1815, Engraving 1799, An Obese, Copt, Holding A Mace Or Staff

The Heroic Charlotte La Corday, Upon Her Trial, At The Bar Of The Revolutionary Tribunal Of Paris, July 17, 1793, Gillray, James, 1756-1815, Artist, Engraving

New Morality; Or The Promis d Installment Of The High-priest Of The Theophilanthropes, With The Homage Of Leviathan And His Suite, Gillray, James, 1756-1815, Engraving 1798

English physician. Jenner unmistakably as the administering physician in The Cow-Pock
EDWARD JENNER (1749-1823). English physician. Jenner unmistakably as the administering physician in The Cow-Pock, or the Wonderful Effects of the New Inoculation

English chemist. Humphry Davy assisting Dr. Thomas Garnett at the Royal Institution with an experiment in pneumatics
SIR HUMPHRY DAVY (1778-1829). English chemist. Humphry Davy assisting Dr. Thomas Garnett at the Royal Institution with an experiment in pneumatics on Sir J.C

Anacreonticks in full song. Satirical etching of a contemporary tavern scene, 1801, by James Gillray (1757-1815)
GILLRAY: TAVERN, 1801. Anacreonticks in full song. Satirical etching of a contemporary tavern scene, 1801, by James Gillray (1757-1815)

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James Gillray (1757-1815) was a renowned British caricaturist and printmaker who left an indelible mark on the world of political satire. His satirical etchings, such as "The Cow-Pock" and "Political Ravishment, " showcased his sharp wit and keen observation of society. In "The Cow-Pock, " created in 1802, Gillray depicted Edward Jenner, the pioneer of vaccination, in a humorous light. Through this artwork, he not only highlighted the significance of Jenner's work but also playfully commented on the fears surrounding vaccination at that time. Another notable piece by Gillray is "A March to the Bank" from 1787. This artwork humorously portrays people rushing to withdraw their money from the bank during a financial crisis. With his characteristic exaggeration and attention to detail, Gillray captured both the panic and absurdity of such situations. Gillray's talent for capturing social commentary extended beyond financial matters. In works like "The Gout, " he used satire to mock societal vices and indulgences. By portraying gout as a grotesque figure tormenting its victims, Gillray shed light on issues related to excesses in food consumption prevalent among certain classes during that era. One cannot discuss James Gillray without mentioning his iconic cartoon titled "Britannia between Scylla & Charybdis. " This piece symbolizes Britain's precarious position during times of political turmoil when it had to navigate between conflicting interests represented by two mythical sea monsters. Through this image, Gillray cleverly critiqued politicians' struggles with making difficult decisions while maintaining national stability. Gillray's artistry was not limited solely to politics; he also delved into cultural events like elections or public gatherings. In works such as "Election fair" or "L assemblee Nationale Or Grand Cooperation Meeting At St.