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2962484 Improvement in Weights & Measures or Sir John Seeclear discovering every balance of every British Flag, pub. 1798 (hand coloured engraving) by Gillray, James (1757-1815); Private Collection; (add.info.: Sir John Sinclair (1754 - 1835); ); The Stapleton Collection; English, out of copyright
Media ID 22695684
© The Stapleton Collection / Bridgeman Images
Blockade Bonnet Rouge Free Trade Liberty Cap Mouth Napoleonic Wars Patriotic Pinched Political Satire Propaganda Radical Republican Scot Scotsman Statistic Statistical Analysis Statistics Strength Union Jack Vegetables Sympathiser
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The captivating print titled "Improvement in Weights & Measures or Sir John Seeclear discovering every balance of every British Flag" by James Gillray takes us back to the year 1798, offering a glimpse into the political climate and societal concerns of that time. Hand-coloured with meticulous detail, this engraving showcases the satirical genius of Gillray as he explores various themes such as strength, patriotism, and agricultural reform. At its core, this artwork symbolizes the power struggle between nations during the Napoleonic Wars. The central figure, Sir John Sinclair, an influential Scottish politician and agricultural reformer, is depicted meticulously examining each balance on a scale adorned with British flags. This act represents his dedication to ensuring fairness in trade and commerce while highlighting Britain's national power. Surrounding Sinclair are elements that further enhance the satire: mouth-shaped vegetables representing propaganda; a bonnet rouge symbolizing liberty; anti-embargo leaflets criticizing French revolutionaries; and statistics emphasizing statistical analysis for farming improvements. All these symbols come together to create a visual narrative critiquing both domestic weaknesses and external threats faced by Britain at that time. Gillray's masterful use of caricature adds depth to this piece—Sir John Sinclair is portrayed as a pinched statesman donning a Liberty Bonnet—a nod towards his sympathies for republican ideals amidst ongoing political turmoil. This print serves not only as an artistic masterpiece but also as historical documentation capturing key moments in British history. It reminds us
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