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While this sheet is not a satirical representation of Blücher, it shares many of the characteristics of print satires and other popular prints. Blücher is shown having just woken from the modest bed on which he sits facing the viewer. Dressing for the day, he pulls his boots on using hooks attached to the straps, and swears to catch Napoleon. At the side of his bed, a table is set up with his hat, sword, pocket watch and tobacco box. A sheet of paper on the floor reads "Blücher, Nap has broke loose and at his trick again, go and quiet him. Frederick." This warning sent by Frederick I indicates the cause for Blücher's hasty departure. It also suggests that of the allies, Blücher is the only one capable of containing the menace that is Napoleon. While this sheet is not a satirical representation of Blücher, it shares many of the characteristics of print satires and other popular prints. Blücher is shown having just woken from the modest bed on which he sits facing the viewer. Dressing for the day, he pulls his boots on using hooks attached to the straps, and swears to catch Napoleon. At the side of his bed, a table is set up with his hat, sword, pocket watch and tobacco box. A sheet of paper on the floor reads "Blücher, Nap has broke loose and at his trick again, go and quiet him. Frederick." This warning sent by Frederick I indicates the cause for Blücher's hasty departure. It also suggests that of the allies, Blücher is the only one capable of containing the menace that is Napoleon. This print is not signed by the engraver. Dialogue: Blücher: "I will quiet him! If I catch him D.... me I'll hang him!" Inscription: London, Pubd, March 20th, 1815 by J. Johnson 98 cheap sid[e].
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