Gillray Observed
The Earliest Account of his Caricatures in London und Paris
Cambridge University Press
Published on 26. March 2009
Book
Paperback/Softback
292 pages
978-0-521-10185-1 (ISBN)
Description
One of England's most famous caricaturists, James Gillray, was an immensely successful and popular artist, yet there were no accounts of his work published in England during his lifetime. The single contemporary source on Gillray is a series of commentaries published in the German journal London und Paris between 1798 and 1806. Christine Banerji and Diana Donald have translated and edited selected commentaries, with accompanying illustrations, to reveal how Gillray's art was understood by his contemporaries. The edition offers a unique insight into the role of satire in British politics during the Napoleonic era and shows the subtle artistry of Gillray's designs. The volume also includes an informative introduction which places Gillray and his work in the context of a fascinating episode in Anglo-German relations at the turn of the eighteenth century.
Reviews / Votes
"...a welcome addition to European cultural scholarship...Gillray Observed provides a fine example of croww-cultural and cross-disciplinary research, something which is often lauded but rarely practiced. With its meticulous research and thoughtful editing, Gillray Observed sets a high standard in European cultural scholarship. This book deserves to be read and emulated." European Romantic Review "An invaluable additon to knowledge of Gillray's work and the place satirical prints in the late 18th and early 19th centuries. Highly recommended." ChoiceMore details
Language
English
Place of publication
Cambridge
United Kingdom
Target group
Professional and scholarly
Product notice
Paperback (trade)
Illustrations
37 Halftones, unspecified
Dimensions
Height: 246 mm
Width: 189 mm
Thickness: 16 mm
Weight
570 gr
ISBN-13
978-0-521-10185-1 (9780521101851)
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Persons
Content
Introduction; 1. Gillray and Mrs Humphrey: The Latest Caricature; 2. Search-Night; or State-Watchmen, Mistaking Honest-Men for Conspirators; 3. The Tree of Liberty, with the Devil tempting John Bull; 4. United Irishmen in Training; 5. United Irishmen upon Duty; 6. John Bull taking a Luncheon: or British Cooks cramming Old Grumble-Gizzard with Bonne-Chere; 7. Stealing off; or prudent secession; 8. 'L'Insurrection de l'Institut Amphibie' - The Pursuit of Knowledge; 9. Effusions of a Pot of Porter, or Ministerial Conjurations for Supporting the War; 10. Lilliputian-substitutes, Equipping for Public Service; 11. Integrity retiring from Office!; 12. Political-dreamings! - Visions of Peace! - Perspective Horrors!; 13. Metallic tractors; 14. Dilettanti Theatricals: or a Peep at the Green Room; 15. French Invasion or Buonaparte Landing in Great Britain; 16. Confederated coalition: or The Giants Storming Heaven; 17. L'Assemblee Nationale; or Grand Cooperative Meeting at St Ann's Hill; 18. English Caricatures; 19. The Reconciliation; 20. The Plumb pudding in danger: or State Epicures taking un Petit Souper; 21. End of the Irish Farce of Catholic Emancipation; 22. Caricaturists in London Today; 23. Visiting the Sick; Appendix; Index.