Mfingal Collection

AMERICAN REVOLUTION, c1775. The Vision. Engraving by Elkanah Tisdale, 1795, for John Trumbulls epic poem, M Fingal, first published in 1775

TORY PANDEMONIUM, c1775. A meeting of angry loyalists during the American Revolution. Engraving by Elkanah Tisdale, 1795, for John Trumbulls epic poem, M Fingal, first published in 1775

AMERICAN REVOLUTION, c1775. The Combat. Engraving by Elkanah Tisdale, 1795, for John Trumbulls epic poem, M Fingal, first published in 1775

An unruly American town meeting at the time of the Revolution. Line engraving, c1820
TOWN MEETING, 18th CENTURY. An unruly American town meeting at the time of the Revolution. Line engraving, c1820, by Asaph Willard after Elkanah Tisdale, from an edition of John Trumbulls M Fingal

Line engraving, 1795, from John Trumbulls M Fingal, a satire on British blunders during the American Revolution
TRUMBULL: M FINGAL, 1795. Line engraving, 1795, from John Trumbulls M Fingal, a satire on British blunders during the American Revolution

CARTOON: BRITISH HEROISM. The Yanky Chace. Satirical engraving, 1795, mocking British heroism during the American Revolution, from John Trumbulls M Fingal

STAMP ACT, 1765. Stamp agent strung up on a Liberty Pole during an anti-Stamp Act demonstration in the American colonies in 1765

AMERICAN REVOLUTION, 1770s. British heroism during the American Revolution. Satirical copper engraving from John Trumbulls M Fingal, 1795

STAMP ACT, 1765. A Tory stamp agent strung up on a Liberty Pole while another is about to be tarred and feathered in an anti-Stamp Act demonstration in 1765

COLONIAL ASSEMBLY. A colonial American town meeting. Colored line engraving from John Trumbulls M Fingal, 1795

STAMP AGENT: TAR & FEATHER. Tory stamp agents tarred and feathered and carried in a cart during an anti-Stamp Act demonstration in 1765: colored engraving from John Trumbulls M Fingal, 1795

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"Mfingal: A Satirical Journey through the American Revolution" Step back in time to the cusp of the American Revolution with "Mfingal, " a satirical masterpiece by John Trumbull. This captivating work takes us on a wild ride through the tumultuous events that shaped our nation's history. In "The Vision, " we witness an unruly American town meeting, brimming with passionate patriots ready to challenge British rule. The line engraving by Asaph Willard after Elkanah Tisdale captures the fervor and determination of these early revolutionaries. As we delve deeper into "Mfingal, " Tory Pandemonium unfolds before our eyes. We find ourselves amidst a gathering of angry loyalists, their faces contorted with frustration as they confront the growing rebellion. Trumbull's sharp wit exposes their misguided loyalty and highlights their resistance against change. "The Combat" transports us to the heart of battle during this revolutionary era. With every stroke of Trumbull's pen, we are thrust into scenes depicting British blunders and mocking their supposed heroism. Through his satire, he reveals both sides of this conflict in all its complexity. Trumbull's artwork also sheds light on significant moments leading up to war – such as Stamp Act protests depicted in vivid detail. In one image, a stamp agent is strung up on a Liberty Pole while another faces imminent tarring and feathering – powerful symbols of colonial resistance against oppressive taxation. With each turn of the page, Trumbull invites us into Colonial Assemblies where decisions were made that would shape America's destiny forevermore. His colored engravings bring these gatherings to life, showcasing spirited debates among colonists who yearned for freedom from British rule. Through "Mfingal, " John Trumbull masterfully intertwines art and satire to provide a unique perspective on one of history's most pivotal periods—the American Revolution.