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The Colossus, caricature of the Repeal of the Stamp Act, c. 1765 (litho)
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The Colossus, caricature of the Repeal of the Stamp Act, c. 1765 (litho)
AQS254842 The Colossus, caricature of the Repeal of the Stamp Act, c.1765 (litho) by American School, (18th century); American Antiquarian Society, Worcester, Massachusetts, USA; (add.info.: caricature representing William Pitt (1708-78) Earl of Chatham & Prime Minister on stilts named Popularity and Sedition ; one leg resting on the Royal Exchange and the other stretched over the sea to New York, fishing for popularity in the Atlantic; rests on a staff named Pension ; repeal of the Stamp Act in 1765; ); eCourtesy, American Antiquarian Society; American, out of copyright
Media ID 23709808
© Courtesy, American Antiquarian Society / Bridgeman Images
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This lithograph titled "The Colossus, caricature of the Repeal of the Stamp Act" transports us back to the year 1765, a time when political tensions were high and international relations were being tested. The artwork, created by an anonymous American artist from the 18th century, offers a satirical portrayal of William Pitt, Earl of Chatham and Prime Minister at that time. In this cleverly crafted image, Pitt is depicted as a towering figure on stilts named Popularity and Sedition. One leg confidently rests upon the Royal Exchange in London while the other stretches across the vast Atlantic Ocean towards New York. With fishing rod in hand, he symbolically seeks to catch popularity within these distant shores. Resting against his side is a staff named Pension, alluding to one of his controversial policies. The central theme revolves around the repeal of the Stamp Act in 1765 - an important event that marked a turning point in colonial history. Through its use of humor and symbolism, this cartoonish print sheds light on complex diplomatic relationships during this era. It serves as both a critique and commentary on politics and power dynamics between nations. Preserved by the American Antiquarian Society in Worcester, Massachusetts, this historic lithograph continues to captivate viewers with its artistic brilliance and insightful social commentary even today.
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