Rowlandson the Caricaturist; a Selection from His Works. Vol. 1

Name: Rowlandson the Caricaturist; a Selection from His Works. Vol. 1
Author: Joseph Grego

By Joseph Grego

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An illustrated selection pairs reproductions of the artist's caricatures with anecdotal descriptions and a compact biographical sketch, tracing his development as a satirical draughtsman and watercolorist. The text surveys the wide thematic range of his prints—political and social satire, fashions and public amusements, gambling, sport, domestic follies, travel sketches, and scenes drawn from theatre and city life—while outlining his publishers, exhibition history, methods of etching and illustration, and relations with contemporaries. Critical notes accompany many plates to explain tone, recurring motifs, and the social contexts that inspired the imagery.

About the Author

Joseph Grego

Joseph Grego was a notable English author and historian, primarily recognized for his works on political history and caricature art. His book, "A History of Parliamentary Elections and Electioneering in the Old Days," provides a detailed examination of political parties and election practices in Britain from the Stuart period to the reign of Queen Victoria. Additionally, Grego is known for his two-volume collection, "Rowlandson the Caricaturist," which showcases the works of the famous caricaturist Thomas Rowlandson, highlighting the intersection of art and social commentary in 18th and 19th-century England. Through his writings, Grego contributed to the understanding of both political and artistic landscapes of his time.