Poster Print : The plan, or a scene in the French cabinet, Sepr. 1779, [London : 1779 Sept. ], 1 print

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The plan, or a scene in the French cabinet, Sepr. 1779, [London : 1779 Sept. ], 1 print

The plan, or a scene in the French cabinet, Sepr. 1779, [London : 1779 Sept.], 1 print : etching. Cartoon shows Benjamin Franklin standing, center, holding a copy of the Plan which calls for draining of the British Ocean to facilitate an invasion by French troops; in his other hand are strings connected to the noses of four members of the cabinet, the king, and a clerical figure; while they comment on the Plan and their respective roles, Franklin, controlling the strings, laughs

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Media ID 12957401

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1779 Benjamin Cabinet Calls Cartoon Center Connected Copy Figure Franklin Hand Holding Invasion King Laughs Members Nostalgia Nostalgic Ocean Old Fashioned Plan Roles Scene Sept Strings Traditional Troops Clerical Controlling Draining Facilitate Noses Respective

A3 (42 x 29.7cm) Poster Print

Step back in time with our exquisite Media Storehouse Poster Prints, featuring a captivating etching from the Liszt Collection. This rare 18th-century artwork, titled "The plan, or a scene in the French cabinet, Sepr. 1779," offers a fascinating glimpse into history. The intricately detailed print depicts Benjamin Franklin standing at the center, surrounded by a scene in the French cabinet. Add this historical masterpiece to your home or office decor for an air of timeless elegance and sophisticated charm.

Premium quality poster prints are printed on luxurious semi-gloss satin 270 gsm paper. Our meticulously crafted poster prints offer an affordable option for decorating any space, making them ideal for living rooms, bedrooms, offices and beyond. To ensure your poster arrives in good condition, we roll and send them in strong mailing tubes.

Poster prints are budget friendly enlarged prints in standard poster paper sizes (A0, A1, A2, A3 etc). Whilst poster paper is sometimes thinner and less durable than our other paper types, they are still ok for framing and should last many years. Our Archival Quality Photo Prints and Fine Art Paper Prints are printed on higher quality paper and the choice of which largely depends on your budget.

Estimated Product Size is 42.6cm x 30.6cm (16.8" x 12")

These are individually made so all sizes are approximate

Artwork printed orientated as per the preview above, with landscape (horizontal) orientation to match the source image.

EDITORS COMMENTS
This vintage print titled "The Plan, or a scene in the French cabinet, Sepr. 1779" captures a humorous moment in history. In this satirical cartoon from London in September 1779, Benjamin Franklin takes center stage as he holds a copy of the Plan, which proposes draining the British Ocean to aid an invasion by French troops. Amidst the backdrop of an ornate French cabinet, Franklin wields strings that are connected to the noses of four members of the cabinet, including the king and a clerical figure. As they discuss their roles and comment on the audacious plan before them, Franklin controls their actions with mischievous delight. This engraved image showcases intricate details and illustrative techniques typical of its time period. The retro-styled artwork evokes nostalgia for an era long gone by but still cherished for its historical significance. It offers us a glimpse into both political satire and artistic expression during this pivotal moment in European history. With its aged appearance and traditional style, this historic art piece transports us back to a time when humor was used as commentary on political affairs. It serves as a reminder that even amidst serious discussions about war strategies and international relations, there is room for laughter and lightheartedness.

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