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A Kick At The Broad Bottoms! I. e. Emancipation Of All The Talents
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A Kick At The Broad Bottoms! I. e. Emancipation Of All The Talents
A Kick At The Broad Bottoms! I.e. Emancipation Of All The Talents, Gillray, James, 1756-1815, Engraver, [london], 1807, King George Iii, His Face Hidden By A Pillar, Grabs The Pigtail Of Lord Grenville, And Holds His Scepter As If Ready To Strike Grenville. Members Of The Government, Including Howick, Holding A Torn Copy Of The Catholic Bill, Ellenborough, Buckingham, Temple, Windham, Moira, Sidmouth And Sheridan, Rush From The Room, Falling On Each Other In The Process. Petty And Erskine Are Sprawled On The Floor. The King Stands In Front Of His Throne Next To Which Is A Bible And A Crown
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1756 1807 1815 Artwork Bible Bill Broad Buckingham Copy Crown Emancipation Engraver Face Falling Floor Front George Gillray Government Grenville Hidden Holds Including James Kick King Lord Members Nostalgia Nostalgic Pillar Process Ready Romantic Room Rush Scepter Sheridan Sidmouth Stands Strike Throne Torn Traditional Ellenborough Erskine Grabs Howick Moira Petty Pigtail Sprawled Talents Windham
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This vintage engraving, titled "A Kick At The Broad Bottoms! I. e. Emancipation Of All The Talents" captures a pivotal moment in British history. Created by renowned artist James Gillray in 1807, the artwork depicts King George III and members of his government engaged in a chaotic scene. In the image, King George III's face is hidden behind a pillar as he grabs Lord Grenville's pigtail and brandishes his scepter threateningly. Surrounding them are various government officials including Howick, Ellenborough, Buckingham, Temple, Windham, Moira, Sidmouth, and Sheridan. They rush from the room amidst the commotion with torn copies of the Catholic Bill in hand. The composition exudes an air of tension and drama as individuals fall over each other during their hasty exit. Petty and Erskine can be seen sprawled on the floor while others scramble to escape. The king stands proudly next to his throne which is adorned with a Bible and crown symbolizing power and authority. This historic artwork offers a glimpse into Victorian-era politics where religious emancipation was fiercely debated. With its nostalgic charm and intricate illustrative technique, this engraved image transports viewers back to a time when political tensions ran high. It serves as both a reminder of our rich historical heritage and an artistic representation of significant events that shaped society at that time.
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