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A sailor cheated out of his share of the prize money by his navy. Unable to pay six guineas, Jack Tar dies of grievance in the lobspound (prison). Copperplate engraving by Thomas Sanders after a satirical illustration by Timothy Bobbin (John Collier)
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A sailor cheated out of his share of the prize money by his navy. Unable to pay six guineas, Jack Tar dies of grievance in the lobspound (prison). Copperplate engraving by Thomas Sanders after a satirical illustration by Timothy Bobbin (John Collier)
FLO4717990 A sailor cheated out of his share of the prize money by his navy. Unable to pay six guineas, Jack Tar dies of grievance in the lobspound (prison). Copperplate engraving by Thomas Sanders after a satirical illustration by Timothy Bobbin (John Collier) (1708-1786) from Human Passions Delineated, John Haywood, Manchester, 1773.; (add.info.: A sailor cheated out of his share of the prize money by his navy. Unable to pay six guineas, Jack Tar dies of grievance in the lobspound (prison). Copperplate engraving by Thomas Sanders after a satirical illustration by Timothy Bobbin (John Collier) (1708-1786) from Human Passions Delineated, John Haywood, Manchester, 1773.); © Florilegius
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This poignant copperplate engraving by Thomas Sanders captures the tragic fate of a sailor known as Jack Tar, who was cheated out of his rightful share of prize money by his own navy. Unable to pay a mere six guineas, Jack Tar finds himself imprisoned in the dreaded lobspound, where he ultimately succumbs to grievance and dies.
The satirical illustration by Timothy Bobbin (John Collier) highlights the injustices faced by sailors in the 18th century, shedding light on the harsh realities of life at sea. The image evokes a sense of mourning and grief as we witness Jack Tar's untimely demise due to betrayal and neglect.
Through this artwork, we are reminded of the sacrifices made by those who serve in the naval forces, often facing hardships and mistreatment despite their loyalty and dedication. The detailed depiction of Jack Tar's despair serves as a powerful commentary on social inequality and institutional corruption prevalent during that era.
As we reflect on this historical narrative, let us honor the memory of all sailors who have suffered injustice in service to their country. May their stories serve as a reminder to uphold principles of fairness and integrity in all aspects of society.
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