Death of the Property Tax!! c. 1816

George Cruikshank's satirical print, "Death of the Property Tax!!" (c. 1816), uses allegorical figures to lampoon the unpopular British property tax. The central image depicts a monstrous creature, representing the tax, being vanquished by a group of figures including a man wielding a rolled up newspaper. The piece reflects the widespread resentment towards the tax and showcases Cruikshank's sharp wit and talent for political caricature. This hand-colored etching, now housed at The Art Institute of Chicago, provides a glimpse into the social and political landscape of early 19th century Britain.