Blindman's Buff or Too Many for John Bull Possibly 1795
jamesgillray
theartinstituteofchicago
drawing, print, etching, paper
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drawing
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etching
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traditional media
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cartoon sketch
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paper
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personal sketchbook
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illustrative and welcoming imagery
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england
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sketchbook drawing
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watercolour illustration
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storyboard and sketchbook work
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cartoon carciture
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sketchbook art
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cartoon theme
"Blindman's Buff, or, Too Many for John Bull" (circa 1795) is a satirical print by British artist James Gillray. The artwork depicts a caricature of John Bull, a personification of England, being harassed by various European powers including France, Austria, and Russia. Gillray's use of exaggerated features and humorous symbolism offers commentary on the political climate during the Napoleonic Wars. The print, now housed at the Art Institute of Chicago, is a significant example of Gillray's sharp wit and his ability to expose political corruption through visual satire.
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