"A fat 'cit' is being drilled by an officer in his shop, to the admiration of his household. A drummer beats his drum. In the background are large jars of snuff."--British Museum catalogue
Description:
Title etched below image., Sheet trimmed within plate., Companion print to: Soldiers recruiting., Plate numbered "No. 5" above title., and Temporary local subject terms: Interiors: tobacco and snuff shop -- Military uniforms -- Shopkeepers -- Dishes: tea service.
Publisher:
Pub. June 1, 1798, at Ackermann's Gallery, No. 101 Strand
