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Evening Party - Time of Charles II, 1850. Artist: John Leech
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Evening Party - Time of Charles II, 1850. Artist: John Leech
Evening Party - Time of Charles II, 1850. A satirical illustration of King Charles II (1630?1685). King Charles II (163-?1685) was know as the Merry Monarch. He had a great fondness for women and had many mistresses. From The Comic History of England by Gilbert Abbott A. Beckett, illustrated by John Leech [Bradbury, Agnew & Co. London, 1850.]
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Evening Party - Time of Charles II, 1850 - A Satirical Illustration of King Charles II and His Merry Monarchy
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. In this print by John Leech from 1850, we are transported back to the vibrant era of King Charles II. Known as the "Merry Monarch" he ruled England during a time of revelry and indulgence. The illustration depicts an evening party at court, where men and women gather in a grand interior setting. Amidst the lively atmosphere, we see King Charles II himself, standing on one leg with his signature red hat. His mischievous grin hints at his notorious fondness for women and numerous mistresses. Surrounding him are elegantly dressed ladies and gentlemen engaged in dance and conversation. Leech's satirical style adds a layer of humor to the scene, capturing both the opulence and frivolity that characterized this period. Through clever metaphors and exaggerated postures, he playfully comments on the excesses of royal life. This print is part of "The Comic History of England" by Gilbert Abbott A. Beckett, which aimed to entertain readers with humorous illustrations while providing historical context. Leech's detailed engraving brings to life the colorful world of seventeenth-century royalty in nineteenth-century publication. As we gaze upon this artwork today, it serves as a fascinating window into an era defined by its extravagant parties, scandalous affairs, and larger-than-life characters like King Charles II himself – forever known as one of history's most merry monarchs.
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