ETCHING 1802 POLITICAL CARTOON OF THE NATIONAL PARACHUTE, OR JOHN BULL CONDUCTED TO PLENTY AND EMANCIPATION
ETCHING 1802 POLITICAL CARTOON OF THE NATIONAL PARACHUTE, OR JOHN BULL CONDUCTED TO PLENTY AND EMANCIPATION, artist unknown, likely James Gillray
Etching likely done by James Gillray
Published by Hannah Humphrey in London, dated July 10th 1802.
This political cartoon depicts John Bull, the national personification of Great Britain. Titled The National Parachute, or John Bull conducted to Plenty and Emancipation, the basket the two men stand in is labeled “sinking fund”, with a parachute of “compound interest” and a “hoop of national security”. Below, the nation of Great Britain, is labeled the land of emancipation. It is not known for sure who the artist of this work is, but it is commonly believed to be the work of James Gillray, a prolific artist underneath Humphrey’s publication.
This print is not “new” or in “new condition.” This is an antique print and that willl be reflected in the quality of the work. It was printed in 1825 and is in phenomenal condition considering its age. The full page is approx. 17.25”L x 14.25”W and the piece itself is spotless, save for the margins, which show indentations from the printing plate and some minor discoloration.
THE PRINT PHOTOGRAPHED IS THE ONE THAT YOU WILL RECEIVE.
Born on the 13th of August in 1756 in Chelsea, London, James Gillray started his working career as a letter engraver, though found the work dull and repetitive. After struggling to find an employer that worked for him, Gillray eventually would enroll in the Royal Academy, using engraving as a way to support himself and likely published caricatures under an alias at this time. In his adulthood he began openly creating and publishing caricatures and political cartoons, publishing exclusively with renowned English publisher Miss Hannah Humphrey. The two lived together for many, many years, as he became her tenant following the beginnings of his work with her. Gillray’s eyesight began to fail him in 1806, much to his frustration and despair. Gillray would try spectacles that failed to serve him, and he would spiral into alcoholism and depression due to this. It reached a breaking point for him and he would attempt to end his own life, and the remaining four years of his life were spent in clinical insanity. Hannah Humphrey would care for him for the remainder of his life following his attempt, as he could no longer see either. Though it was speculated he had at least once considered marrying Miss Humphrey, neither would ever marry, and he passed away on June First, 1815.
All items listed are from V&J Duncan in Savannah, GA. The shop began in 1983 with one tabletop of antique maps and has grown into a vast collection of old engravings, mezzotints, lithographs, photographs, old books, and antique prints. We have prints of architectural interest, birds, animals, botanicals, fashion, sporting scenes and tens of thousands of portraits. Our inventory also includes views and maps of Savannah and other cities, all U.S. states and most countries of the world. Visit us in Savannah, Georgia, or shop inventory here online.
All prints are rolled and shipped in a poster tube. Smaller prints will be shipped in a rigid media mail folder.
ETCHING 1802 POLITICAL CARTOON OF THE NATIONAL PARACHUTE, OR JOHN BULL CONDUCTED TO PLENTY AND EMANCIPATION, artist unknown, likely James Gillray
Etching likely done by James Gillray
Published by Hannah Humphrey in London, dated July 10th 1802.
This political cartoon depicts John Bull, the national personification of Great Britain. Titled The National Parachute, or John Bull conducted to Plenty and Emancipation, the basket the two men stand in is labeled “sinking fund”, with a parachute of “compound interest” and a “hoop of national security”. Below, the nation of Great Britain, is labeled the land of emancipation. It is not known for sure who the artist of this work is, but it is commonly believed to be the work of James Gillray, a prolific artist underneath Humphrey’s publication.
This print is not “new” or in “new condition.” This is an antique print and that willl be reflected in the quality of the work. It was printed in 1825 and is in phenomenal condition considering its age. The full page is approx. 17.25”L x 14.25”W and the piece itself is spotless, save for the margins, which show indentations from the printing plate and some minor discoloration.
THE PRINT PHOTOGRAPHED IS THE ONE THAT YOU WILL RECEIVE.
Born on the 13th of August in 1756 in Chelsea, London, James Gillray started his working career as a letter engraver, though found the work dull and repetitive. After struggling to find an employer that worked for him, Gillray eventually would enroll in the Royal Academy, using engraving as a way to support himself and likely published caricatures under an alias at this time. In his adulthood he began openly creating and publishing caricatures and political cartoons, publishing exclusively with renowned English publisher Miss Hannah Humphrey. The two lived together for many, many years, as he became her tenant following the beginnings of his work with her. Gillray’s eyesight began to fail him in 1806, much to his frustration and despair. Gillray would try spectacles that failed to serve him, and he would spiral into alcoholism and depression due to this. It reached a breaking point for him and he would attempt to end his own life, and the remaining four years of his life were spent in clinical insanity. Hannah Humphrey would care for him for the remainder of his life following his attempt, as he could no longer see either. Though it was speculated he had at least once considered marrying Miss Humphrey, neither would ever marry, and he passed away on June First, 1815.
All items listed are from V&J Duncan in Savannah, GA. The shop began in 1983 with one tabletop of antique maps and has grown into a vast collection of old engravings, mezzotints, lithographs, photographs, old books, and antique prints. We have prints of architectural interest, birds, animals, botanicals, fashion, sporting scenes and tens of thousands of portraits. Our inventory also includes views and maps of Savannah and other cities, all U.S. states and most countries of the world. Visit us in Savannah, Georgia, or shop inventory here online.
All prints are rolled and shipped in a poster tube. Smaller prints will be shipped in a rigid media mail folder.
ETCHING 1802 POLITICAL CARTOON OF THE NATIONAL PARACHUTE, OR JOHN BULL CONDUCTED TO PLENTY AND EMANCIPATION, artist unknown, likely James Gillray
Etching likely done by James Gillray
Published by Hannah Humphrey in London, dated July 10th 1802.
This political cartoon depicts John Bull, the national personification of Great Britain. Titled The National Parachute, or John Bull conducted to Plenty and Emancipation, the basket the two men stand in is labeled “sinking fund”, with a parachute of “compound interest” and a “hoop of national security”. Below, the nation of Great Britain, is labeled the land of emancipation. It is not known for sure who the artist of this work is, but it is commonly believed to be the work of James Gillray, a prolific artist underneath Humphrey’s publication.
This print is not “new” or in “new condition.” This is an antique print and that willl be reflected in the quality of the work. It was printed in 1825 and is in phenomenal condition considering its age. The full page is approx. 17.25”L x 14.25”W and the piece itself is spotless, save for the margins, which show indentations from the printing plate and some minor discoloration.
THE PRINT PHOTOGRAPHED IS THE ONE THAT YOU WILL RECEIVE.
Born on the 13th of August in 1756 in Chelsea, London, James Gillray started his working career as a letter engraver, though found the work dull and repetitive. After struggling to find an employer that worked for him, Gillray eventually would enroll in the Royal Academy, using engraving as a way to support himself and likely published caricatures under an alias at this time. In his adulthood he began openly creating and publishing caricatures and political cartoons, publishing exclusively with renowned English publisher Miss Hannah Humphrey. The two lived together for many, many years, as he became her tenant following the beginnings of his work with her. Gillray’s eyesight began to fail him in 1806, much to his frustration and despair. Gillray would try spectacles that failed to serve him, and he would spiral into alcoholism and depression due to this. It reached a breaking point for him and he would attempt to end his own life, and the remaining four years of his life were spent in clinical insanity. Hannah Humphrey would care for him for the remainder of his life following his attempt, as he could no longer see either. Though it was speculated he had at least once considered marrying Miss Humphrey, neither would ever marry, and he passed away on June First, 1815.
All items listed are from V&J Duncan in Savannah, GA. The shop began in 1983 with one tabletop of antique maps and has grown into a vast collection of old engravings, mezzotints, lithographs, photographs, old books, and antique prints. We have prints of architectural interest, birds, animals, botanicals, fashion, sporting scenes and tens of thousands of portraits. Our inventory also includes views and maps of Savannah and other cities, all U.S. states and most countries of the world. Visit us in Savannah, Georgia, or shop inventory here online.