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James Gillray Najobľúbenejšie obrazy

Najobľúbenejších 13 diel od James Gillray, ktoré si naši návštevníci najčastejšie vyžadujú, usporiadaných podľa popularity a prezentovaných jednotlivo, spolu so špecifikáciou a cenou každej ručne maľovanou reprodukciou.

Vydanie 2026 · 13 diel Každý autorský obraz na mieru
Plátno z ľanového plátna · Certifikát autentičnosti · Globálne doručenie James Gillray · 1756 – 1815

The Plum-Pudding in Danger

1805 · Britské múzeum, London · originál 240 x 340 cm

James Gillray's satirical masterpiece, 'The Plumb-Pudding in Danger,' depicts Napoleon and Pitt vying for dominance during the Napoleonic Wars—a witty commentary on geopolitics and power dynamics.

Technika: Ručne maľované olejné plátno na ľne
Vyrobené: Na objednanie, od vy trained umelca
Popularita: Č. 1 z 13 diel umelca James Gillray
Doprava: Celosvetovo približne 5 týždňov

od$18137 × 27 cm Objednať tento obraz

The Zenith of French Glory

1793 · Britské múzeum, London

James Gillray’s "The Zenith of French Glory" (1793) is a scathing political cartoon in stark black & white. Explore its satirical critique of the Revolution via engraving & masterful linework.

Technika: Ručne maľované olejné plátno na ľne
Vyrobené: Na objednanie, od vy trained umelca
Popularita: Č. 2 z 13 diel umelca James Gillray
Doprava: Celosvetovo približne 5 týždňov

od$18126 × 38 cm Objednať tento obraz

Dublures of Characters

1798 · originál 235 x 327 cm

Technika: Ručne maľované olejné plátno na ľne
Vyrobené: Na objednanie, od vy trained umelca
Popularita: Č. 3 z 13 diel umelca James Gillray
Doprava: Celosvetovo približne 5 týždňov

od$18137 × 27 cm Objednať tento obraz

Sin, Death and the Devil

1792 · originál 319 x 399 cm

Technika: Ručne maľované olejné plátno na ľne
Vyrobené: Na objednanie, od vy trained umelca
Popularita: Č. 4 z 13 diel umelca James Gillray
Doprava: Celosvetovo približne 5 týždňov

od$18135 × 29 cm Objednať tento obraz

Short bodied gillray fashion caricature

Examine James Gillray’s satirical ‘Short Bodied Fashion Caricature,’ a witty 18th-century print critiquing fashion & society. Explore its engraving style & historical context.

Technika: Ručne maľované olejné plátno na ľne
Vyrobené: Na objednanie, od vy trained umelca
Popularita: Č. 5 z 13 diel umelca James Gillray
Doprava: Celosvetovo približne 5 týždňov

od$20633 × 30 cm Objednať tento obraz

A noble lord, on an approaching peace, too busy to attend to the expenditure of a million of the public money

Pozrite si najobľúbenejšie dielo umelca James Gillray na 6. mieste: A noble lord, on an approaching peace, too busy to attend to the expenditure of a million of the public money

Technika: Ručne maľované olejné plátno na ľne
Vyrobené: Na objednanie, od vy trained umelca
Popularita: Č. 6 z 13 diel umelca James Gillray
Doprava: Celosvetovo približne 5 týždňov

od$18137 × 27 cm Objednať tento obraz

Long Live the Constitution, One and In(di)visible

1800 · Bibliothèque Nationale, Paríž · originál 270 x 170 cm

Technika: Ručne maľované olejné plátno na ľne
Vyrobené: Na objednanie, od vy trained umelca
Popularita: Č. 7 z 13 diel umelca James Gillray
Doprava: Celosvetovo približne 5 týždňov

od$25627 × 37 cm Objednať tento obraz

Light expelling darkness

Technika: Ručne maľované olejné plátno na ľne
Vyrobené: Na objednanie, od vy trained umelca
Popularita: Č. 8 z 13 diel umelca James Gillray
Doprava: Celosvetovo približne 5 týždňov

od$18136 × 28 cm Objednať tento obraz

A group of French savants huddle together at the top

Technika: Ručne maľované olejné plátno na ľne
Vyrobené: Na objednanie, od vy trained umelca
Popularita: Č. 9 z 13 diel umelca James Gillray
Doprava: Celosvetovo približne 5 týždňov

od$18128 × 36 cm Objednať tento obraz

The Blood of the Murdered Crying for Vengeance

1793

Technika: Ručne maľované olejné plátno na ľne
Vyrobené: Na objednanie, od vy trained umelca
Popularita: Č. 10 z 13 diel umelca James Gillray
Doprava: Celosvetovo približne 5 týždňov

od$18127 × 37 cm Objednať tento obraz

An alchemist using a crown-shaped bellows to blow the flames

Explore James Gillray’s satirical engraving "An Alchemist." A dynamic 18th-century print depicting royal critique & fantastical scenes. Stunning detail, political commentary – a unique art piece!

Technika: Ručne maľované olejné plátno na ľne
Vyrobené: Na objednanie, od vy trained umelca
Popularita: Č. 11 z 13 diel umelca James Gillray
Doprava: Celosvetovo približne 5 týždňov

od$18127 × 37 cm Objednať tento obraz

Look at me

Technika: Ručne maľované olejné plátno na ľne
Vyrobené: Na objednanie, od vy trained umelca
Popularita: Č. 12 z 13 diel umelca James Gillray
Doprava: Celosvetovo približne 5 týždňov

od$18136 × 28 cm Objednať tento obraz

The whore's last shift

Technika: Ručne maľované olejné plátno na ľne
Vyrobené: Na objednanie, od vy trained umelca
Popularita: Č. 13 z 13 diel umelca James Gillray
Doprava: Celosvetovo približne 5 týždňov

od$18127 × 37 cm Objednať tento obraz

Umelec

James Gillray

1756 – 1815

Rýchle fakty

Died1815
Top 3 worksThe Plum-Pudding in Danger, The Zenith of French Glory, Dublures of Characters
Works on APS13
Museums on APSBritské múzeum, Bibliothèque Nationale
Top-ranked workThe Plum-Pudding in Danger
Copyright statusPublic domain

Biografia

The Father of the Political Cartoon

In the vibrant and often turbulent landscape of late eighteenth-century Britain, few figures wielded as much satirical power as James Gillray. Often hailed as the "father of the political cartoon," Gillray possessed a singular ability to capture the anxieties, follies, and grand ambitions of his era through the medium of etching. Born in Chelsea, United Kingdom, he emerged from a background of meticulous craftsmanship, having first mastered the art of letter-engraving. This foundational skill in precise linework would later become the backbone of his legendary career, allowing him to translate complex political maneuvers into biting, visually arresting caricatures that resonated deeply with the public consciousness.

His artistic development was profoundly shaped by the works of William Hogarth, whose influence provided a blueprint for using art as a vehicle for social commentary. However, Gillray moved beyond mere observation, injecting his work with an unprecedented level of inventiveness and a keen sense of the ludicrous. His output, primarily published between 1792 and 1810, became a vital part of the British visual lexicon. Through his etchings—and occasionally utilizing aquatint and stipple techniques—he created a world where historical figures like Napoleon, George III, and various prime ministers were stripped of their dignity and recast as characters in a grand, often grotesque, theatrical drama.

Mastery of Satire and Technique

The brilliance of Gillray’s work lies in the seamless marriage of technical execution and narrative depth. While his subject matter was often topical and ephemeral, his mastery of the etching process ensured a lasting impact. His prints are characterized by intricate details and bold lines, capable of conveying both immense physical detail and profound emotional intensity. Whether he was employing a stark black and white palette to reflect the grim realities of war or using subtle tonal variations to capture the warmth of a domestic scene, his technical versatility allowed him to manipulate the viewer's mood with surgical precision.

His approach to composition often utilized dramatic focal points to drive home his critiques. In works such as "The Zenith of French Glory," he used symbolic imagery—such as skeletal soldiers and grim metaphors—to voice a searing indictment of the French Revolution. Conversely, in pieces like "The Plum-Pudding in Danger," he demonstrated an ability to capture the quiet drama of conviviality and the material reality of Regency life. This duality—the ability to be both a ferocious political attacker and a nuanced observer of social ritual—is what elevated his work from mere caricature to high art.

Legacy and Historical Significance

The historical significance of James Gillray cannot be overstated. He did not merely record history; he helped shape the perception of it. His prints served as a mirror to the British psyche, reflecting the fears of revolution, the tensions of international conflict, and the shifting social hierarchies of the age. The enduring power of his imagery is evidenced by the fact that many of his most famous works are preserved in prestigious institutions like the National Portrait Gallery in London and Tate Britain.

Beyond his immediate era, Gillray’s influence persists in the very DNA of modern political cartooning. He established a standard for visual wit and social critique that continues to inspire satirists today. His life's work remains a testament to the power of the printed image to challenge authority, expose hypocrisy, and immortalize the complex spirit of an age defined by transformation.

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