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A Cognocenti Contemplating Ye Beauties Of Ye Antique

A Cognocenti Contemplating Ye Beauties Of Ye Antique


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A Cognocenti Contemplating Ye Beauties Of Ye Antique

A Cognocenti Contemplating Ye Beauties Of Ye Antique, Gillray, James, 1756-1815, Engraver, [london] : H. Humphrey, 1801, An Elderly Sir William Hamilton Inspecting His Antiquities, All Of Which Refer To His Wife, Lady Emma Hamilton And Her Lover, Lord Horatio Nelson. In The Background Hang Four Pictures On The Wall: Cleopatra, A Picture Of Lady Hamilton With Her Breasts Exposed, Holding A Gin Bottle; Mark Anthony, Lord Nelson With A Sea Battle In Background: An Erupting Volcano; And A Portrait Of Hamilton, Facing Away From The Other Paintings

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Media ID 9731991

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1756 1801 1815 Aged Anthony Artwork Away Background Battle Bottle Breasts Cleopatra Elderly Emma Engraver Erupting Exposed Facing Gillray Hamilton Horatio Humphrey Inspecting James Lady Lord Lover Mark Nelson Nostalgia Nostalgic Paintings Picture Pictures Romantic Traditional Volcano Wall Wife William Beauties Contemplating Hang Refer


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In this vintage engraving, titled "A Cognocenti Contemplating Ye Beauties Of Ye Antique" we are transported back to a bygone era of history and romance. The scene depicts an elderly Sir William Hamilton, a prominent figure in his time, inspecting his collection of antiquities. However, what makes this artwork truly intriguing is the hidden symbolism behind each item on display. As our eyes wander across the image, we notice four paintings hanging on the wall in the background. The first portrays Cleopatra, representing beauty and power from ancient times. Next to it is a provocative picture of Lady Emma Hamilton herself, with her breasts exposed while holding a gin bottle - a scandalous nod to her affair with Lord Horatio Nelson. Another painting captures Lord Nelson amidst a sea battle, symbolizing his heroic naval exploits. Finally, there is a portrait of Sir William Hamilton facing away from these other paintings. This engraving not only showcases traditional illustrative techniques but also offers us glimpses into the complex relationships and historical events that shaped this period. It evokes feelings of nostalgia for an age long past and invites us to contemplate the intertwining stories behind these antique artifacts. With its historic charm and intricate details, this print serves as both an artistic masterpiece and a window into another time – capturing our imagination as we delve into its rich tapestry of emotions and history.

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