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The City cuckolds & Court horned beasts comparing each others beauty, 1770
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The City cuckolds & Court horned beasts comparing each others beauty, 1770
The City cuckolds & Court horned beasts comparing each others beauty, 1770. Two groups of courtiers and citizens under a bell resembling the Princess of Wales petticoat, supported by a flying demon and with a boot (for the Earl of Bute) as a tongue. It is an allusion to City and society scandals, inspired by a speech of George III alluding to a distemper among horned cattle
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3rd Earl Of Bute Augusta Augusta Of Bell Boot Boots Bute Demon Earl Of Earl Of Bute Flying George Iii Georgian Horns John Stuart King George Iii King Of Great Britain Petticoat Princess Princess Augusta Princess Augusta Of Saxe Gotha Saxe Gotha Scandal Stuart Dowager Princess Of Wales Footwear
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The City cuckolds & Court horned beasts comparing each other's beauty, 1770
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is a captivating print that offers a satirical glimpse into the scandalous world of 18th-century British society. The artwork depicts two distinct groups - courtiers and citizens - gathered under a bell resembling the petticoat of Princess Augusta, the Dowager Princess of Wales. Supported by a flying demon, this bell serves as an allegorical representation of the scandals that plagued both city dwellers and members of the court during this era. Notably, it alludes to a speech given by King George III about a distemper among horned cattle, cleverly linking societal issues with livestock troubles. The presence of a boot tongue symbolizes the Earl of Bute, who was known for his controversial influence over political affairs at that time. Through intricate details in clothing and costume, the artist captures the essence of Georgian fashion while emphasizing social divisions between country folk and urban elites. This anonymous engraving showcases remarkable artistic skill in its portrayal of various characters engaged in lively conversation and comparison. With its rich historical context and biting satire, "The City cuckolds & Court horned beasts comparing each other's beauty" provides viewers with an intriguing window into 18th-century Britain's scandal-ridden society.
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