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King George I of England boarding the royal coach
King George I of England boarding the royal coach to Osnabruck on the night of his death, 22 June 1727. King Gorge the First in crown, wig and ermine robes, with orb and sceptre, wearing sandals. Six servants in livery hang on to the rear of the carriage. Georgey Porgey the First going out for a ride in his state coachy poachy. Handcoloured steel engraving after an illustration by John Leech from Gilbert Abbott A Becketts Comic History of England, Bradbury, Agnew & Co. London, 1880
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Boarding Bunting Coach Comical Gentleman Humor Jack Leech Plain Rejected Rejection Ride Rider Ringlets Surtees Smith
Greetings Card (7"x5")
Add a touch of historical elegance to your greetings with our exquisite card from the Media Storehouse collection, featuring King George I of England. This stunning image, captured by Mary Evans Picture Library from Mary Evans Prints Online, depicts the monarch in his regal attire, boarding the royal coach on the night of his death in 1727. With intricate detail and a sense of grandeur, this card is perfect for those seeking a unique and thoughtful message. Impress your loved ones with a piece of history, sure to make any occasion truly memorable.
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.
Greetings Cards suitable for Birthdays, Weddings, Anniversaries, Graduations, Thank You and much more
Estimated Product Size is 12.5cm x 17.5cm (4.9" x 6.9")
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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King George I of England, the first Hanoverian monarch of Britain, is depicted in this handcoloured steel engraving as he prepares to embark on a fateful journey in his royal coach on the night of his death, 22 June 1727. The elderly monarch, dressed in his ermine robes, crown, and wig, holds the orb and sceptre as six liveried servants hang on to the rear of the carriage for support. The horse, an old nag, appears unenthusiastic about the journey. The scene is reminiscent of the English gentleman taking a leisurely ride, but the mood is tinged with a sense of rejection and finality. The illustration is taken from "A Comic History of England" by Gilbert Abbott A Beckett, published by Bradbury, Agnew & Co. in London in 1880. It was produced by the renowned illustrator John Leech, with assistance from Robert Smith, Surtees, Plain, and Ringlets. The Victorian era caricature, with its comical and humorous elements, offers a unique perspective on the historical event. The image captures the essence of the old king's regal attire and the grandeur of the royal coach, while also highlighting the human element of the scene with the horse's apparent reluctance to move. The bunting and other decorative elements add to the festive atmosphere, creating a visual contrast to the underlying sense of finality. Overall, this engraving provides a fascinating glimpse into the past, offering a humorous and engaging interpretation of a significant historical moment.
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