King George IV album - Public domain print
Summary
The King George IV album is a collection of drawings and watercolors created by the British artist Thomas Rowlandson and presented to King George IV of Great Britain in 1822. The album contains over 80 drawings and watercolors, many of which are satirical in nature and depict scenes from contemporary British society, including political satire, caricatures, and scenes from everyday life. The album was created by Rowlandson over a period of several years and presented to the king as a gift. The album is considered an important historical document, as it offers a unique glimpse into the social and political climate of early 19th-century Britain.
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Date
1800
Source
Museum of New Zealand
Copyright info
Public Domain Dedication