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Edward Rex. Illustration shows Edward VII, King of Great Britain, full-length portrait, standing, facing front, with an insert showing (Caricature of Louis XIV, by Thackeray) You see at once that majesty is made out of the wig, the high-heeled shoes and cloak, all fleurs-de-lis bespangled....Thus do barbers and cobblers make the gods that we worship. - Thackeray.. Date 1901 March 13. Edward Rex. Illustration shows Edward VII, King of Great Britain, full-length portrait, standing, facing front, with an insert showing (Caricature of Louis XIV, by Thackeray) You see at once that majesty is made out of the wig, the high-heeled shoes and cloak, all fleurs-de-lis bespangled....Thus do barbers and cobblers make the gods that we worship. - Thackeray.. Date 1901 March 13
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Edward Rex: The Majesty of Monarchy, as Caricatured by Thackeray This image, titled "Edward Rex," depicts King Edward VII of Great Britain in a full-length portrait, standing proudly with an air of regal elegance. The illustration, published on March 13, 1901, in Puck Magazine, captures the essence of Edward's monarchical grandeur. The king is shown wearing the traditional attire of the time, including a voluminous wig, high-heeled shoes, and a cloak adorned with fleurs-de-lis. However, the insert in the lower right corner of the image adds an intriguing twist to this regal scene. It showcases a caricature of Louis XIV of France by the renowned English satirist and illustrator, William Makepeace Thackeray. The juxtaposition of the two figures invites the viewer to ponder the notion that 'majesty is made out of the wig, the high-heeled shoes, and cloak, all fleurs-de-lis bespangled.' Thackeray's words, printed below the image, emphasize the idea that the gods we worship are, in fact, crafted by the hands of barbers and cobblers. This intriguing illustration not only captures the essence of Edward VII's reign but also offers a thought-provoking commentary on the nature of power and the role of appearance in shaping our perceptions of authority. The combination of the regal portrait and the satirical caricature creates a visually striking and intellectually engaging work that continues to captivate viewers over a century after its initial publication.
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