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The Polish plumb-cake, Lodge, John, -1796, engraving 1774, Leopold II and Frederick
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The Polish plumb-cake, Lodge, John, -1796, engraving 1774, Leopold II and Frederick
The Polish plumb-cake, Lodge, John, -1796, engraving 1774, Leopold II and Frederick William II with swords drawn, Catherine II holding a cleaver, and Louis XV with a knife seated around a table on which rests a partitioned cake, representing Poland, each monarch getting a separate, but not equal share; in the background on the left stands a weeping king of Poland, on the right, with sword raised is the Sultan
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1774 1796 Background Cake Catherine Drawn Frederick Holding John King Knife Leopold Lodge Louis Monarch Nostalgia Nostalgic Old Fashioned Poland Polish Raised Representing Rests Seated Separate Share Stands Sultan Sword Swords Table Traditional Weeping William Cleaver Equal
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This vintage engraving from 1774, titled "The Polish plumb-cake" captures a fascinating historical moment with intricate detail. The artwork depicts Leopold II and Frederick William II, both brandishing swords, seated around a table alongside Catherine II and Louis XV. Resting on the table is a partitioned cake that symbolizes Poland, representing each monarch's share. The image evokes a sense of power dynamics and unequal distribution as each ruler receives their portion of the cake. In the background stands a weeping king of Poland, his sorrow palpable amidst this scene of political intrigue. On the other side, the Sultan raises his sword in an apparent act of defiance or protection. Engraved with precision and illustrative technique typical of its time, this piece offers us a glimpse into history through art. It carries an air of nostalgia and romanticism associated with traditional historic artworks. "The Polish plumb-cake" invites viewers to reflect on past events while appreciating the craftsmanship behind this old-fashioned print. Its aged appearance adds to its allure as it transports us back to an era when such engravings were highly valued for their ability to capture significant moments in history.
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