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Meeting of Patriotic Citizens at Copenhagen House, 1795. Speakers: Thelwall, Gale Jones, Hodson, and John Binns, satire on the campaing by the Whigs for the repeal of the Seditions Bill, 1795 (engraving)
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Meeting of Patriotic Citizens at Copenhagen House, 1795. Speakers: Thelwall, Gale Jones, Hodson, and John Binns, satire on the campaing by the Whigs for the repeal of the Seditions Bill, 1795 (engraving)
7148308 Meeting of Patriotic Citizens at Copenhagen House, 1795. Speakers: Thelwall, Gale Jones, Hodson, and John Binns, satire on the campaing by the Whigs for the repeal of the Seditions Bill, 1795 (engraving) by Gillray, James (1757-1815) (after); Private Collection; (add.info.: Meeting of Patriotic Citizens at Copenhagen House, 1795. Speakers: Thelwall, Gale Jones, Hodson, and John Binns, satire on the campaing by the Whigs for the repeal of the Seditions Bill, 1795. Illustration from A History of Parliamentary Elections and Electioneering from the Stuarts to Queen Victoria, by Joseph Grego (Chatto & Windus, London, 1892).); © Look and Learn
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The engraving titled "Meeting of Patriotic Citizens at Copenhagen House, 1795" captures a satirical moment in British history. Depicting a gathering of passionate individuals, the image serves as a commentary on the Whigs' campaign for the repeal of the Seditions Bill in 1795. In this lively scene, four prominent speakers - Thelwall, Gale Jones, Hodson, and John Binns - address an enthusiastic crowd. The artwork is part of Joseph Grego's book "A History of Parliamentary Elections and Electioneering from the Stuarts to Queen Victoria" published in 1892. The composition exudes energy and emotion. Angry faces express their rage against political oppression while embodying one of the seven deadly sins: anger. This satirical cartoon employs caricature to convey its message effectively. The engraving not only highlights communication through speech but also emphasizes the significance of elections and voter participation. The crowded scene represents a general election atmosphere with people coming together to voice their opinions. This historical print offers insight into Britain's political landscape during the late 18th century. It portrays a group united by their desire for change and freedom from oppressive legislation. Overall, this artwork provides a glimpse into an era marked by fervent activism and demonstrates how art can be used as a tool for social commentary throughout history.
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