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Mars and Venus or Sir Cecil chastised (engraving)
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Mars and Venus or Sir Cecil chastised (engraving)
605295 Mars and Venus or Sir Cecil chastised (engraving) by Collings, Samuel (fl.1784-95) (after); Private Collection; (add.info.: Mars and Venus, or Sir Cecil chastised, depicting Sir Cecil Wray standing between a Chelsea Pensioner and a servant-maid in a satire on Wrays unpopular election proposals to abolish Chelsea Hospital and tax employers of maid-servants. Published in 1784.); Look and Learn / Peter Jackson Collection; English, out of copyright
Media ID 22938020
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Agitation Chelsea Pensioners Maids Mars Servants Unrest Venus Chastised Sir Cecil Wray
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The engraving titled "Mars and Venus or Sir Cecil chastised" by Samuel Collings is a captivating depiction of political unrest and satire. The image showcases Sir Cecil Wray, a controversial figure known for his proposals to abolish Chelsea Hospital and tax employers of maid-servants. In the print, Sir Cecil stands between a Chelsea Pensioner, representing the military veterans who would be affected by his proposal, and a servant-maid symbolizing the working class impacted by the proposed taxes. This composition highlights the tension between different social classes during this period. Published in 1784, this artwork offers an insightful commentary on political movements and agitation at that time. It serves as a reminder of how politicians' decisions can affect various segments of society differently. The artist's use of movement and action adds dynamism to the scene, emphasizing the unrest surrounding Sir Cecil's election proposals. Through clever satire, Collings masterfully captures both Mars (representing war) and Venus (symbolizing love) in one frame – suggesting that even matters seemingly unrelated can intersect when it comes to politics. This thought-provoking engraving from Fine Art Finder's collection provides viewers with an opportunity to reflect on historical events while appreciating artistic skill.
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