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Death or Liberty! Or Britannia & the Virtues of the Constitution in danger of
Death or Liberty! Or Britannia & the Virtues of the Constitution in danger of Violation from the Great Political Libertine, Radical Reform!, pub. 1819 (hand coloured etching)
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Arrow Attack Britannia Chains Cloak Constitution George Cruikshank 1792 1878 Lance Liberty Cap Lion Mask Skeleton Historica Graphica Collection
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This hand-coloured etching, titled "Death or Liberty! Or Britannia & the Virtues of the Constitution in danger of Violation from the Great Political Libertine, Radical Reform!", is a powerful and thought-provoking image that captures the political climate of 19th-century Britain. Created by George Cruikshank in 1819, this illustration depicts Britannia, symbolizing British liberty and values, under attack from various threats. In the foreground stands a menacing figure representing Radical Reform, armed with an arrow and a sword. He wears a mask to hide his true intentions as he aims to violate the virtues of the constitution. The smoke billowing around him symbolizes chaos and destruction caused by his radical ideas. Britannia herself is portrayed as strong and defiant but also vulnerable. She clutches her cloak tightly around her while holding a lance to defend against these attacks on her freedom. The lion at her side represents courage and national pride. The composition is filled with symbolism: chains represent oppression; fire signifies turmoil; religion appears threatened by Radical Reform's actions. A skeleton lurks behind Britannia, reminding us of death if liberty is lost. This print serves as both a warning and a call to action for viewers to protect their constitutional rights against those who seek to undermine them. It reminds us that our liberties must be safeguarded lest they be extinguished forever.
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