The York-Minuet 1791

"The York-Minuet" (1791) is a satirical print by British artist James Gillray. It depicts a caricature of King George III and his wife, Queen Charlotte, engaged in a minuet, a popular dance form in the late 18th century. Gillray was known for his scathing wit and his use of caricature to expose the follies of society and the shortcomings of public figures. This print lampoons the royal couple's supposed clumsiness and awkwardness in the performance of the minuet, providing a humorous commentary on the perceived social ineptitude of the British monarchy.