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True reform of Parliament, patriots lighting a revolutionary-bonfire in new Palace Yard by James Gillray

True reform of Parliament, patriots lighting a revolutionary-bonfire in new Palace Yard by James Gillray


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True reform of Parliament, patriots lighting a revolutionary-bonfire in new Palace Yard by James Gillray

3519566 True reform of Parliament, patriots lighting a revolutionary-bonfire in new Palace Yard by James Gillray by Gillray, James (1757-1815); (add.info.: True reform of Parliament, patriots lighting a revolutionary-bonfire in new Palace Yard by James Gillray (1756-1815). Engraving with watercolour, print shows Sir Francis Burdett making a speech and waving a bonnet rouge shaped like a fools cap as Horne Tooke lights on fire a pile of acts and charters, as well as a Bible, with a flaming baton labelled Sedation while three creatures add to the flames.); Universal History Archive/UIG

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Acts Baton Bonfire Creatures Flaming Gillray James 1757 1815 James Gillray Lighting Lights New Palace Yard Parliament Patriots Pile Reform Revolutionary Rouge Sir Francis Burdett Speech True Waving C European Economic Community C European Union Charters Flames Fools Cap Horne Sedation Tooke


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The print titled "True reform of Parliament, patriots lighting a revolutionary-bonfire in new Palace Yard by James Gillray" captures a powerful moment in history. Created by the renowned artist James Gillray, this engraving with watercolor depicts a scene of political upheaval and rebellion. In the image, we see Sir Francis Burdett delivering an impassioned speech while waving a bonnet rouge shaped like a fool's cap. This symbolizes the defiance and mockery towards authority. Meanwhile, Horne Tooke ignites a pile of acts and charters as well as a Bible with a flaming baton labeled Sedation. The flames grow higher as three mysterious creatures add fuel to the fire. Gillray's caricature highlights the call for true reform within Parliament during this period. It reflects the desire for change and challenges existing power structures. The use of vivid colors adds intensity to the scene, emphasizing its significance. This artwork is not just an artistic representation but also serves as historical documentation of England during that time. It showcases Gillray's talent as an engraver and his ability to capture complex political themes through visual storytelling. As viewers, we are transported back to this pivotal moment in British history where individuals fought for their rights and demanded change within their government. This print serves as both a reminder of past struggles and an inspiration for future generations striving for social progress and political reform.

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