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The Bond Street battalion - or hospital staff from Holland!!!, 1799
The Bond Street battalion - or hospital staff from Holland!!!, 1799. Town fops feigning wounds (which had become fashionable on the return of the Guards from Holland). The figures includ Lumley Skeffington, John Penn and Lord Kirkcudbright
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Dandy Exaggeration Fake French Revolutionary Wars Lumley Showing Off Sling Skeffington
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The Bond Street Battalion - A Satirical Snapshot of Fashionable Fops in 18th Century England
EDITORS COMMENTS
. This intriguing print captures a hilarious scene from the late 18th century, titled "The Bond Street Battalion - or hospital staff from Holland!!!". It humorously depicts a group of dandies known as the Town fops, who are pretending to be wounded soldiers upon the return of the Guards from Holland during the French Revolutionary Wars. Dressed in exaggerated and flamboyant costumes, these men take pride in their fashionable attire rather than genuine military service. Among them are notable figures such as Lumley Skeffington, John Penn, and Lord Kirkcudbright. The etching showcases their ostentatious hats, colorful clothes, and even a sling worn by one gentleman to feign injury. This caricature is an amusing commentary on societal trends at that time. It highlights how some individuals would go to great lengths to show off their wealth and status through extravagant clothing choices while disregarding more serious matters like war. The artist's skillful use of exaggeration adds an extra layer of satire to this comical portrayal. Preserved by Guildhall Library and Art Gallery, this anonymous artwork provides us with valuable insights into 18th-century British culture. Its vibrant colors bring life to this snapshot of history. Let it serve as a reminder that fashion can sometimes be taken too far when it becomes a means for self-indulgence rather than genuine expression or purpose.
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