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The Prussian prize-fighter and his allies attempting to tame

The Prussian prize-fighter and his allies attempting to tame imperial Kate, or, the state of the European bursiers. Cartoon shows 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 Lansdowne stands to the right of Catherine and behind a cask labeled Nants.. Date 1791 Feby. 14th. The Prussian prize-fighter and his allies attempting to tame imperial Kate, or, the state of the European bursiers. Cartoon shows 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 Lansdowne stands to the right of Catherine and behind a cask labeled Nants.. Date 1791 Feby. 14th

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This intriguing political cartoon, titled "The Prussian prize-fighter and his allies attempting to tame imperial Kate, or, the state of the European bursiers," was published on February 14, 1791. The image depicts Catherine II of Russia and Frederick William II of Prussia as prize-fighters, both stripped to the waist and with raised fists, symbolizing their power struggles and tensions in Europe. On either side of them, other European heads of state are shown in various poses, reflecting their alliances and allegiances. Behind Prussia, we see George III of Great Britain standing with Holland, Selim III of Turkey, and Leopold II of Germany. These countries were seen as allies of Prussia at the time. In contrast, behind Russia, we find Christian VII of Denmark and Gustavus III of Sweden. These countries were seen as potential rivals or enemies of Russia. The smaller figures in the foreground represent various European rulers, with the King of Poland positioned between the wide-spread legs of Prussia, fearing potential partition. In the background, Louis XVI of France and Charles IV of Spain are positioned between Catherine and Frederick, while the Marquis of Lansdowne stands to the right of Catherine and behind a cask labeled "Nants." The significance of this label is unclear, but it may refer to the Nantes Decree, which granted religious freedom to Protestants in France. This cartoon reflects the complex political landscape of Europe in the late 18th century, with various alliances and tensions shaping the continent. It also highlights the power struggles between Catherine II and Frederick William II, who were both seeking to expand their territories and influence.

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