Gillray, James, 1756-1815

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British caricaturist.

From the description of Letter, 1788. (Unknown). WorldCat record id: 79306963

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James Gillray, born in 1757, was an English caricaturist artist known for his satirical political and social etchings. His political satires feature such figures as George III and Napoleon and many of his caricatures commented on the French Revolution. He is thought to be one of the greatest English satirical artists and his style continues to influence political caricatures today. He died in 1815.

From the guide to the James Gillray engraving, 1849, (Special Collections and Archives, University of California, Irvine Libraries)

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Birth 1757-08-13

Death 1815-06-01

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