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Patriotic-Petitions on the Convention, 1808. Artist: James Gillray
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Patriotic-Petitions on the Convention, 1808. Artist: James Gillray
Patriotic-Petitions on the Convention, 1808. Four scenes: top left The Cockney Petition; top right The Westminster Petition; bottom left The Chelmsford Petition; bottom right The Middlesex Petition. A satire on the Convention of Cintra of 1808, which permitted the French to withdraw their surrounded troops from Portugal unmolested and was seen as a national disgrace back in Britain
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This print captures the essence of James Gillray's satirical artwork titled "Patriotic-Petitions on the Convention, 1808". Created in the 19th century, this cartoon serves as a scathing critique of the Convention of Cintra, a national disgrace for Britain during that time. The image is divided into four scenes, each depicting different petitions related to the convention. In the top left corner, we see "The Cockney Petition" representing one group's discontent with the French troops' withdrawal from Portugal without any consequences. The top right scene portrays "The Westminster Petition" reflecting another region's dissatisfaction with this perceived act of weakness. Moving to the bottom left corner, we encounter "The Chelmsford Petition" symbolizing yet another area affected by this controversial convention. Lastly, in the bottom right corner lies "The Middlesex Petition" highlighting further discontent among British citizens regarding their country's response to these events. Gillray's etching skillfully combines political satire and artistic expression to convey public sentiment during a tumultuous period marked by Napoleonic Wars and Peninsular War. This artwork can be found at Guildhall Library and Art Gallery today. As we examine this historical piece through a modern lens, it serves as a reminder of how politics and war have always been intertwined throughout history. It also showcases how art can effectively communicate societal concerns while providing valuable insights into past events.
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