Miss Hibernia at John Bulls family dinner!!, Cruikshank, Isaac, 1756?-1811?, engraving
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Miss Hibernia at John Bulls family dinner!!, Cruikshank, Isaac, 1756?-1811?, engraving
Miss Hibernia at John Bulls family dinner!!, Cruikshank, Isaac, 1756?-1811?, engraving 1799, Miss Hibernia seated at right wearing dress decorated with Irish harps; seated around the table are members of John Bulls family, identified as various taxes which are likely to be imposed on the Irish as a result of William Pitts proposed Irish union. A grotesque figure seated center and labeled Isacc Income!! is taking more than his share Pr. An. He is admonished by Abraham Hat Stamp who says, Dont be so boiseterous, there is enough for us all and by Polly Powder Tax, Really Brother I am quite ashamed of you. John Bull, raising a knife, adds, Cant you take what comes to your share like the rest of the Family, why you swallow more than all the rest put togeather. Miss Hibernia will be frightened at your prodigious stomach and break off the connection!! Miss Hibernia states, Really Mr. Bull... I fear I must decline all thoughts of the intended Union - your family is so very large
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The print titled "Miss Hibernia at John Bulls family dinner!!" captures a satirical scene from the late 18th century. Created by Isaac Cruikshank in 1799, this engraving depicts Miss Hibernia, symbolizing Ireland, seated at the right side of a table adorned with an Irish harp-patterned dress. Surrounding her are various members of John Bull's family, representing different taxes that were likely to be imposed on the Irish due to William Pitt's proposed Irish union. In the center sits a grotesque figure labeled Isacc Income!!, who greedily takes more than his fair share annually. Abraham Hat Stamp and Polly Powder Tax admonish him for his gluttony, while John Bull himself raises a knife and scolds Isacc for not taking only what is rightfully his. Amidst this chaotic scene, Miss Hibernia expresses her fear and reluctance towards joining this large family through marriage. She finds their insatiable appetite for wealth alarming and decides to decline any thoughts of uniting with them. This print serves as both political commentary and social satire, highlighting the concerns surrounding taxation during that time period. It reminds us of how art can convey powerful messages about societal issues while also providing insight into historical events and attitudes.
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