Military eloquence [graphic]

Description

Title: Military eloquence [graphic]
Creator: Gillray, James, 1756-1815, printmaker
Contributor: Humphrey, Hannah, active 1774-1817, publisher.
Published / Created: [6 January 1795]
Publication Place: London
Publisher: Pubd. Jany. 6th, 1795, by H. Humphrey, N. 37 New Bond Street
Abstract: "An officer (three-quarter length, after the Duke of York) in regimentals stands in profile to the left, his right arm raised and fist clenched in angry protest. He says: "You Lie, by G------.!""--British Museum online catalogue
Description: Title etched above image.
By Gillray using pseudonym 'A.S.' See British Museum catalogue.
One of eight satirical portraits issued as a set on one sheet.
One line of text below image: You lie, by G-!
On same sheet: Ministerial eloquence; Opposition eloquence; Naval eloquence; Fools eloquence; Billingsgate eloquence; Pulpit eloquence; Bar eloquence.
Provenance: Old Print Shop; 1961.
Extent: 1 print : plate mark 12.4 x 8.5 cm, on sheet 14 x 10 cm
Extent of Digitization: This object has been completely digitized.
Language: English