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The hand-writing upon the wall, Gillray, James, 1756 1815, artist, London, 1803, Napoleon
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The hand-writing upon the wall, Gillray, James, 1756 1815, artist, London, 1803, Napoleon
The hand-writing upon the wall, Gillray, James, 1756 1815, artist, London, 1803, Napoleon, Josephine, French soldiers and women seated at feast with dishes Bank of England, St. James, Tower of London, and Roast Beef of old England. Napoleon looks in horror at hand of Jehovah pointing to words in sky, Mene mene, tekel upharsin
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1756 1803 1815 Bank Beef Dishes Feast Gillray Hand Horror James Josephine Napoleon Nostalgia Nostalgic Old Fashioned Pointing Seated Soldiers St James Tower Traditional Wall Women Words Hand Writing Jehovah Mene Roast
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This vintage print titled "The Hand-Writing Upon the Wall" by James Gillray takes us back to London in 1803, during the reign of Napoleon Bonaparte. The scene depicts a grand feast where French soldiers and women are seated alongside Napoleon and Josephine. However, their joyful celebration is interrupted by an eerie sight that sends shivers down everyone's spine. In the sky above, a hand emerges from the heavens, its finger pointing towards mysterious words: Mene mene, tekel upharsin. Napoleon's face contorts with horror as he gazes upon this divine message. The iconic landmarks of Bank of England, St. James, and Tower of London serve as witnesses to this supernatural event. Gillray's illustrative technique brings this historical moment to life with intricate engravings and attention to detail. This artwork evokes a sense of nostalgia for a bygone era when traditional artistic styles reigned supreme. "The Hand-Writing Upon the Wall" transports us back in time, allowing us to immerse ourselves in history while marveling at Gillray's talent as an artist. It serves as a reminder of how art can capture significant moments and emotions from different periods in our past. This print from Liszt Collection offers not only aesthetic pleasure but also invites contemplation on themes such as power dynamics, religion, and human vulnerability in the face of divine intervention - making it a valuable addition for any art enthusiast or history lover seeking an old-fashioned yet romantic piece
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