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The King of Brobdingnag and Gulliver. James Gillray cartoon of July 1803 showing George III viewing a miniscule Napoleon. Hand-coloured engraving
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The King of Brobdingnag and Gulliver. James Gillray cartoon of July 1803 showing George III viewing a miniscule Napoleon. Hand-coloured engraving
534156 The King of Brobdingnag and Gulliver. James Gillray cartoon of July 1803 showing George III viewing a miniscule Napoleon. Hand-coloured engraving by Gillray, James (1757-1815); Universal History Archive/UIG
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1803 Brobdingnag George Gillray Gillray James 1757 1815 Gulliver Hand Coloured James James Gillray July Napoleon Napoleonic Viewing Wars C European Economic Community C European Union Miniscule
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The King of Brobdingnag and Gulliver
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is a captivating hand-coloured engraving by James Gillray, created in July 1803. This satirical cartoon depicts George III, the monarch of Great Britain, viewing a miniscule Napoleon Bonaparte. The artwork brilliantly captures the tension between England and France during the Napoleonic Wars. In this scathing satire, Gillray portrays Napoleon as a tiny figure compared to the towering British king. The exaggerated size difference symbolizes Britain's perception of its own superiority over France at that time. Through his artistry, Gillray cleverly mocks Napoleon's ambitions and presents him as an insignificant threat to British power. The vibrant colours used in this print add depth and liveliness to the scene. Each brushstroke brings out the details in both characters' expressions, highlighting their contrasting emotions – George III with an air of confidence and superiority while Napoleon appears diminutive yet defiant. Gillray was known for his exceptional talent as a caricaturist and satirist. His work often targeted political figures and events of his time with biting humor and wit. "The King of Brobdingnag and Gulliver" exemplifies his mastery in capturing complex historical narratives through visual storytelling. This historic piece serves not only as a reminder of past conflicts but also as a testament to the enduring power of art to convey social commentary across generations. It stands as an important artifact within European history, offering insight into the political climate during one of Europe's most significant periods - where empires clashed on battlefields while artists fought their own battles on paper.
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