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The Prussian prize-fighter and his allies attempting to tame imperial Kate, or, the
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The Prussian prize-fighter and his allies attempting to tame imperial Kate, or, the
The Prussian prize-fighter and his allies attempting to tame imperial Kate, or, the state of the European bursiers, engraving 1791, Catherine II and Frederick William II as pugilists, stripped to the waist with fists raised, on either side stand other European heads of state (behind Prussia are George III standing with Holland, Selim III and Leopold II represent Turkey and Germany, behind Russia are Christian VII and Gustavus III representing Denmark and Sweden), other figures, reduced in size as their stature is reduced, appear in close proximity to the boxers, the king of Poland is between the wide-spread legs of Prussia (fearing partition), Louis XVI and Charles IV representing France and Spain are positioned in the background between Catherine and Frederick, and the Marquis of L[ansdowne] stands to the right of Catherine and behind a cask labeled Nants
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1791 Allies Attempting Background Cask Catherine Charles Christian Close Denmark Figures Frederick George Heads Holland Imperial King Labeled Legs Leopold Louis Marquis Nostalgia Nostalgic Old Fashioned Poland Positioned Proximity Prussia Prussian Raised Reduced Represent Representing Russia Selim Side Size Spain Stand Stands State Stripped Sweden Traditional Turkey Waist William Boxers Fearing Fists Gustavus Kate Lansdowne Partition Prize Fighter Pugilists Stature Tame
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This vintage print captures a fascinating moment in European history, showcasing "The Prussian prize-fighter and his allies attempting to tame imperial Kate". Created as an engraving in 1791, the artwork depicts Catherine II of Russia and Frederick William II of Prussia transformed into pugilists. Stripped to the waist with their fists raised, they symbolize the power struggle between these two influential figures. Surrounding them are other European heads of state, each reduced in size according to their stature. George III stands alongside Holland, while Selim III and Leopold II represent Turkey and Germany respectively. Christian VII and Gustavus III stand for Denmark and Sweden behind Russia. Notably, the king of Poland is positioned between Prussia's wide-spread legs, reflecting fears of potential partition. Louis XVI representing France and Charles IV representing Spain appear in the background between Catherine and Frederick. The Marquis of L[ansdowne] stands beside Catherine while holding a cask labeled Nants. This engraved image showcases Victorian-era illustrative technique with its intricate details and historical significance. It evokes nostalgia for a bygone era when art was used as a medium to convey political messages. The artwork offers viewers a glimpse into Europe's complex power dynamics during this time period. As part of Liszt Collection's vast assortment of historic artworks, this print serves as a reminder of our rich cultural heritage that continues to captivate audiences today.
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