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Coalition Dance, pub. 1785 (hand coloured engraving)
2962473 Coalition Dance, pub. 1785 (hand coloured engraving) by Gillray, James (1757-1815); Private Collection; (add.info.: " Let us Dance and Sing - God Bless the King - For he has made us mery Men all" ; Coalition government of Lord Frederick North (1732-1792) and Charles James Fox (1749-1806); Edmund Burke (1729 - 1797); ); The Stapleton Collection; English, out of copyright
Media ID 22797308
© The Stapleton Collection / Bridgeman Images
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Discover the captivating world of history with our exquisite Coalition Dance jigsaw puzzle from Media Storehouse. This intriguing puzzle features a hand-colored engraving by James Gillray, published in 1785 by Bridgeman Images from Fine Art Finder. Widely regarded as one of the finest satirical artists of his time, Gillray's Coalition Dance offers a fascinating glimpse into the political landscape of the late 18th century. With intricate details and vibrant colors, this puzzle is not only a fun and engaging activity but also a beautiful addition to any home or office. Immerse yourself in history and create a stunning display piece with the Coalition Dance jigsaw puzzle from Media Storehouse.
500 piece puzzles are custom made in Australia and hand-finished on 100% recycled 1.6mm thick laminated puzzle boards. There is a level of repetition in jigsaw shapes with each matching piece away from its pair. The completed puzzle measures 40x51cm and is delivered packaged in an attractive presentation box specially designed to fit most mail slots with a unique magnetic lid
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Estimated Product Size is 50.7cm x 40.3cm (20" x 15.9")
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Artwork printed orientated as per the preview above, with landscape (horizontal) or portrait (vertical) orientation to match the source image.
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The captivating print titled "Coalition Dance, pub. 1785" by James Gillray takes us back to a significant moment in history, capturing the essence of political satire and social commentary. This hand-coloured engraving depicts the coalition government of Lord Frederick North and Charles James Fox during the late 18th century. In this lively scene, we witness a gathering of corpulent statesmen engaged in an uproarious dance. The politicians are portrayed as rotund figures, their bare feet moving energetically to the rhythm while clutching prayer books and rosaries with gleeful expressions on their faces. Amongst them is an owl symbolizing wisdom but also hinting at deceitfulness. Gillray's satirical genius shines through as he portrays these politicians with caricature-like exaggeration, emphasizing their greed and disregard for public welfare. A black satyr playing a violin adds to the chaotic atmosphere, representing evil influences within politics. The caption accompanying this intriguing image reads: "Let us Dance and Sing - God Bless the King - For he has made us merry Men all". It encapsulates both irony and disrespect towards those in power while highlighting the absurdity of political alliances formed solely for personal gain. This remarkable piece from The Stapleton Collection serves as a reminder that political satire has long been used as a means to critique authority figures throughout history. Gillray's masterful technique captures not only our attention but also our imagination, inviting us to reflect upon past events while drawing parallels to contemporary politics.
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