Royal Dipping, 1789

King George III takes the waters at Weymouth, serenaded by a band. His head is shaved, indicating his recent mental illness. George took his family on an extended holiday to the seaside in July 1789 to recuperate after his illness. This print reflects the newfound affection of the public for their King: when he entered the water a band began to play the national anthem

1789 Anthem Dipping Entered Extended Huts Indicating Mental Recent Recuperate Reflects Serenaded Shaved Weymouth

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