Sketch of the Interior of St. Stephens, As it Now Stands c. 1802
jamesgillray
theartinstituteofchicago
drawing, print, etching, paper
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drawing
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toned paper
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etching
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paper
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handmade artwork painting
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coloured pencil
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coffee painting
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england
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traditional art medium
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19th century
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watercolour illustration
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green and neutral
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watercolor
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warm toned green
"Sketch of the Interior of St. Stephens, as it now Stands" is a satirical hand-colored etching by James Gillray, a prominent British caricaturist, created around 1802. The artwork depicts the interior of the House of Commons, a chamber of the British Parliament, with its members engaged in heated debate. Gillray's signature style of exaggeration and caricature is evident in the comical portrayal of the politicians, showcasing the artist's sharp wit and critical commentary on the political climate of the time.
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