Spotprent op William Pitt en Charles Fox, 1797 Possibly 1797

This satirical print, "Spotprent op William Pitt en Charles Fox, 1797" by James Gillray, depicts a scene from the Napoleonic Wars. William Pitt, the British Prime Minister, is shown in two scenes; first, as a victim of the Devil and then as the victor over him. The print criticizes Pitt's leadership during the war, suggesting he was initially misled by the French and then, later, that he was able to overcome the French threat. Gillray was a renowned British caricaturist known for his witty and often biting political commentary. This print is a prime example of his style, utilizing caricature and exaggeration to highlight the absurdities of political life.