Le Bonnet Rouge or John Bull evading the Hat Tax

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"Le Bonnet Rouge or John Bull evading the Hat Tax" is a satirical print by the renowned British caricaturist James Gillray, created in 1798. The artwork is a pointed commentary on the hat tax introduced in Great Britain in 1784, which was part of a series of levies imposed by William Pitt the Younger's government to raise revenue for the war effort against France. The tax was widely unpopular and seen as a direct assault on personal freedom, as it taxed an essential item of clothing.

In this print, Gillray humorously depicts John Bull, the personification of England, attempting to circumvent the tax by wearing a Phrygian cap, commonly known as a "liberty cap" or "bonnet rouge" in France, where it was a symbol of the French Revolution. The image serves as a dual critique, mocking both the British government's taxation policies and the radicalism associated with the French Revolution. By portraying John Bull in a bonnet rouge, Gillray suggests a sardonic solidarity with the French cause, which would have been considered unpatriotic and subversive by many of his contemporaries.

Gillray's work is characterized by its intricate detail, sharp wit, and political edge, making it an important historical document of the socio-political climate of late 18th-century Britain. "Le Bonnet Rouge or John Bull evading the Hat Tax" is held in high regard for its artistic merit and its contribution to the rich tradition of British satirical art. The print remains a valuable piece for scholars studying the intersection of art, politics, and society during a tumultuous period in European history.

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