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A Cognocenti Contemplating Ye Beauties of Ye Antique, published by Hannah Humphrey
XCF306001 A Cognocenti Contemplating Ye Beauties of Ye Antique, published by Hannah Humphrey, 1801 (hand-coloured etching) by Gillray, James (1757-1815); Private Collection; (add.info.: Sir William Hamilton (1730-1803), Connoisseur, archaeologist and diplomat, surrounded by works of art that refer to the well-known affair between his wife Emma Hamilton and Lord Nelson; Hamilton studies a damaged bust of Lais, the beautiful mistress of the philosopher Aristippus of Cyrene; ); English, out of copyright
Media ID 12840898
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Adultery Antiquarian Antiques Collector Cuckold Medallion Mockery Peering Scholar Social Satire Spectacles Stooped Eye Glasses Myopic
Greetings Card (7"x5")
"Add a touch of timeless elegance to your correspondence with our exquisite range of greeting cards from Media Storehouse. Featuring the captivating artwork "A Cognoscenti Contemplating Ye Beauties of Ye Antique, published by Hannah Humphrey" by Gillray, available through Bridgeman Art. This hand-coloured etching, originally published in 1801, showcases the refined charm of the Regency era. Each card is printed on high-quality, textured paper, ensuring a luxurious feel. Perfect for special occasions or simply to brighten someone's day, these cards are a thoughtful and unique expression of your appreciation."
Folded Greeting Cards (12.5x17.5 cm) have a laminate finish and are supplied with an envelope. The front and inside can be personalised with text in a selection of fonts, layouts and colours.
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Estimated Product Size is 17.5cm x 12.5cm (6.9" x 4.9")
These are individually made so all sizes are approximate
Artwork printed orientated as per the preview above, with landscape (horizontal) or portrait (vertical) orientation to match the source image.
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A Cognocenti Contemplating Ye Beauties of Ye Antique
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is a captivating print that takes us back to the early 19th century. Created by James Gillray and published by Hannah Humphrey in 1801, this hand-coloured etching offers a humorous and satirical glimpse into the world of Sir William Hamilton. In this scene, we find Sir William Hamilton, a renowned connoisseur, archaeologist, and diplomat. Surrounded by various works of art, he appears stooped over as he studies a damaged bust of Lais - the famous mistress of philosopher Aristippus of Cyrene. The choice of artwork alludes to the scandalous affair between his wife Emma Hamilton and Lord Nelson. With his eye glasses perched on his nose, Sir William's myopic gaze reveals both his scholarly dedication and perhaps an element of cuckoldry. This caricature captures not only his passion for collecting antiquities but also hints at the complexities within his personal life. The artist skillfully combines elements from classical art with social satire to create a thought-provoking image. Through clever mockery and peering eyes hidden behind spectacles, Gillray invites viewers to contemplate themes such as adultery, archaeological finds, and male vanity. This print serves as both an entertaining piece of visual storytelling and a reflection on human nature through history. It reminds us that even esteemed figures like Sir William Hamilton were not immune to scandal or societal commentary.
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