A vieu of Plymouth, engraving 1780, Lord Amherst, Lieutenant General of the Ordnance
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A vieu of Plymouth, engraving 1780, Lord Amherst, Lieutenant General of the Ordnance
A vieu of Plymouth, engraving 1780, Lord Amherst, Lieutenant General of the Ordnance, wearing military uniform, looking into a peepshow for a view of the progress of the war in America. As Jeffery looks, the showman says, There you see cannons without carriages & carriages without cannons, there you generals without orders there you see
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Media ID 12810851
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1780 Cannons Carriages General Generals Jeffery Lieutenant Lord Military Nostalgia Nostalgic Old Fashioned Orders Plymouth Progress Traditional Uniform Wearing Amherst Ordnance Peepshow Showman Vieu
EDITORS COMMENTS
This vintage print captures Lord Amherst, Lieutenant General of the Ordnance, in a moment of curiosity and reflection. Dressed in his military uniform, he gazes intently into a peepshow, seeking a glimpse of the progress of the war in America. The engraving, created in 1780 by an unknown artist, showcases Lord Amherst's dedication to his role as a military leader. As he peers into the peepshow, the showman beside him offers a wry commentary on what unfolds before their eyes. "There you see cannons without carriages & carriages without cannons" he remarks with amusement. "There you generals without orders". This playful yet thought-provoking statement encapsulates the chaos and unpredictability of warfare during that era. The artwork itself is an exquisite example of Victorian illustrative technique. Its intricate engravement and attention to detail transport us back to a time when such prints were highly valued for their historical significance and artistic beauty. This piece from the Liszt Collection evokes nostalgia for bygone eras and invites us to contemplate the complexities of history. It serves as a reminder that even amidst conflict and uncertainty, there is still room for introspection and appreciation for art's ability to capture moments frozen in time.
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