Bar eloquence [graphic]

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Title: Bar 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: "A barrister (three-quarter length) in wig and gown stands directed to the left, his right arm raised, his brief in his right hand, his left hand extended. He says: "Did your Lordships ever hear of such an infamous Scoundrel?" He has a certain resemblance to Erskine, cf. British Museum satire no. 8502."--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.
Two lines of text below image: Did your lordship ever hear of such an infamous scoundrel?
On same sheet: Ministerial eloquence; Opposition eloquence; Naval eloquence; Military eloquence; Fools eloquence; Billingsgate eloquence; Pulpit eloquence.
Provenance: Old Print Shop; 1961.
Extent: 1 print : plate mark 12.3 x 8.2 cm, on sheet 26 x 34 cm
Extent of Digitization: This object has been completely digitized.
Language: English