Substitutes for Bread or Right Honourables Saving the Loaves and Dividing the Fishes

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"Substitutes for Bread or Right Honourables Saving the Loaves and Dividing the Fishes" is a notable satirical print by the British caricaturist and printmaker James Gillray, created in 1808. The work is a pointed political commentary on the economic policies and leadership of the time, particularly addressing the scarcity of bread and the government's suggested alternatives. Gillray, renowned for his sharp wit and intricate etchings, uses this piece to critique the Tory government under the leadership of the Duke of Portland and the influence of William Pitt the Younger.

The print depicts several prominent British politicians of the era, including the Duke of Portland, William Pitt the Younger, and other cabinet members, engaged in the absurd act of carving up large fishes to distribute to the poor as a substitute for bread. This scene is a direct mockery of the government's response to the grain shortages and high bread prices that plagued Britain during the Napoleonic Wars. The title itself is a play on the biblical miracle of the loaves and fishes, further emphasizing the impracticality of the government's proposals.

Gillray's work is characterized by its detailed and exaggerated caricatures, which not only entertained the public but also served as a form of political protest and commentary. "Substitutes for Bread" is no exception, showcasing Gillray's ability to blend humor with incisive social critique. The print is held in high regard as an example of the golden age of British caricature and is often studied for its historical context and artistic merit.

As a piece of political satire, "Substitutes for Bread or Right Honourables Saving the Loaves and Dividing the Fishes" reflects the tensions and challenges of its time, offering modern audiences insight into the political climate of early 19th-century Britain. It remains an important work in the oeuvre of James Gillray and in the broader field of satirical art.

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