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The Orangerie Or The Dutch Cupid Reposing After The Fatigues Of Planting

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The Orangerie Or The Dutch Cupid Reposing After The Fatigues Of Planting

The Orangerie Or The Dutch Cupid Reposing After The Fatigues Of Planting, Gillray, James, 1756-1815, Engraver, London, Engraving 1796, William V, Prince Of Orange, As A Fat, Naked Cupid, Reclining On A Platform Of Grass And Flowers And Leaning On A Bag Of Money Marked 24, 000, 000 Ducats. In The Foreground Are A Number Of Orange Plants With Each Orange Bearing The Likeness Of The Prince. In The Background, As If In A Dream, Are Many Heavily Pregnant Women: A Milkmaid, A Fishmonger, A House Maid, And Many Farm Women

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1756 1796 1815 Aged Artwork Background Bearing Cupid Dream Dutch Engraver Farm Fishmonger Flowers Foreground Gillray Grass House James Leaning Maid Marked Money Naked Nostalgia Nostalgic Number Orange Planting Plants Platform Pregnant Prince Reclining Romantic Traditional William Fatigues Heavily Likeness Milkmaid Orangerie Reposing


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This vintage engraving, titled "The Orangerie or The Dutch Cupid Reposing After the Fatigues of Planting" is a whimsical and satirical artwork by James Gillray. Created in 1796, it depicts William V, Prince of Orange, transformed into a fat and naked cupid reclining on a platform adorned with grass and flowers. Leaning against a bag of money marked with an astonishing sum of 24 million ducats, the prince's likeness is humorously portrayed on each orange plant in the foreground. In this historic scene, we are transported to a dreamlike world where heavily pregnant women from various walks of life - including a milkmaid, fishmonger, house maid, and farm women - appear as if in a vision. Their presence adds an element of surrealism to the composition. Gillray's illustrative technique captures both the romantic nostalgia and social commentary prevalent during his time. This antique print showcases his mastery in combining historical themes with satire. The retro-styled engraving evokes feelings of nostalgia for art enthusiasts who appreciate traditional artistic techniques. "The Orangerie or The Dutch Cupid Reposing After the Fatigues of Planting" offers us insight into cultural norms and societal values from centuries past. It serves as an intriguing window into history through its depiction of aristocracy, wealth disparity, and even gender roles. This artwork from Universal Images Group (UIG) invites viewers to delve into its rich historical context while appreciating its aesthetic beauty.

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