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Carlo Khans Triumphal Entry into Leadenhall Street: satire on Whig politician Charles James Fox and his ambitions regarding India, 1783 (engraving)
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Carlo Khans Triumphal Entry into Leadenhall Street: satire on Whig politician Charles James Fox and his ambitions regarding India, 1783 (engraving)
5997521 Carlo Khans Triumphal Entry into Leadenhall Street: satire on Whig politician Charles James Fox and his ambitions regarding India, 1783 (engraving) by Sayers, James (1748-1823); Private Collection; (add.info.: Carlo Khans Triumphal Entry into Leadenhall Street: satire on Whig politician Charles James Fox and his ambitions regarding India, 1783. Illustration from Caricature History of the Georges or, Annals of the House of Hanover, Compiled from the Squibs, Broadsides, Window Pictures, Lampoons and Political Caricatures of the Time, by Thomas Wright (John Cmden Hotten, Piccadilly, London, c1867).); © Look and Learn
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The engraving titled "Carlo Khans Triumphal Entry into Leadenhall Street" is a satirical depiction of Whig politician Charles James Fox and his ambitions regarding India in 1783. Created by James Sayers, this artwork offers a scathing satire on the British Empire's colonial endeavors during the late 18th century. In this humorous and mocking cartoon, we see Carlo Khan, a fictional character representing Fox, making his triumphant entry into Leadenhall Street. Dressed in an elaborate Indian costume and riding atop an elephant, Carlo Khan symbolizes Fox's desire to exert control over India and expand British influence in Asia. The artist cleverly uses caricature to highlight the absurdity of Fox's political aspirations. The exaggerated features of both Carlo Khan and the elephant emphasize their larger-than-life presence while also poking fun at their pretentiousness. This print is part of Thomas Wright's "Caricature History of the Georges" which compiles various satirical images from that time period. It serves as a reminder of how political cartoons were used to criticize politicians and shed light on important historical events. Through this artwork, Sayers captures not only the political climate but also reflects upon Britain's imperialistic tendencies during that era. It provides us with valuable insights into both British culture and European attitudes towards India at that time. Overall, this engraving offers a fascinating glimpse into history through its combination of humor, satire, and social commentary.
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