The Pigs Possessed or the Broad bottomed Litter running headlong into the Sea of Perdition

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"The Pigs Possessed; or, the Broad-Bottom'd Litter Running Headlong into the Sea of Perdition" is a satirical etching by the renowned British caricaturist James Gillray, created in 1807. This work is a scathing political commentary on the Broad Bottom administration, a coalition government that included politicians from various factions and was often criticized for its perceived ineffectiveness and lack of coherence. The title of the piece alludes to the biblical story of the Gerasene demoniac, where Jesus casts demons out of a man and into a herd of pigs, which then rush into a lake and drown.

In Gillray's etching, the pigs represent the members of the Broad Bottom government, and their headlong rush into the "Sea of Perdition" symbolizes their political downfall and the disastrous consequences of their policies. The caricature is rich with allegorical elements and personal caricatures of contemporary politicians, including figures such as Charles James Fox and Lord Grenville, who are depicted in porcine form to mock their political actions and alliances.

The artwork is a prime example of Gillray's sharp wit and his ability to encapsulate complex political situations in a single, powerful image. It reflects the turbulent political climate of the time and serves as a testament to the role of visual satire in shaping public opinion. "The Pigs Possessed" is held in high regard among historians of art and political satire for its intricate detail, historical relevance, and its impact on the development of caricature as a form of social and political critique.

As with many of Gillray's works, "The Pigs Possessed" is preserved in various collections, including the British Museum, and continues to be studied for its artistic merit and historical significance. The etching remains an important cultural artifact that offers insight into the political landscape of early 19th-century Britain and the enduring power of visual satire.

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