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51.
The light guinea, or, The blade in the dumps [graphic].

Published / Created:
published as the act directs [1774?]
Call Number:
Quarto 724 771N
Collection Title:
Page 239. New London spy, or, A twenty-four hours ramble through the bills of mortality.
Image Count:
1
Resource Type:
still image
Abstract:
"Satire on untrustworthy young men: a prostitute, with a powdered wig wearing a dressing gown open to reveal her chemise and petticoat, sits at a table using scales to weigh the coin offered by a well-dressed young man which is lighter than its proper...
Alternative Title:
Blade in the dumps
Description:
Title from item.
Publisher:
Printed for Carington Bowles, at his Map & Print Warehouse, No. 69 in St. Pauls Church Yard, London
Subject (Topic):
Draperies, Dandies, British, Prostitutes, Scales, and Tables
Found in:
Lewis Walpole Library > The light guinea, or, The blade in the dumps [graphic].

52.
The road to ruin [graphic].

Published / Created:
[1792?]
Call Number:
Quarto 724 771N
Collection Title:
Opposite page 106. New London spy, or, A twenty-four hours ramble through the bills of mortality.
Image Count:
1
Resource Type:
still image
Abstract:
"Satire on prostitution and foolish clergy; two courtesans tease a fat and smiling clergyman in a well-furnished room. The costume of the women appears to be c. 1792-3."--British Museum online catalogue
Description:
Title etched below image.
Publisher:
Carington Bowles?
Subject (Topic):
Clergy, Courtesans, Interiors, Sofas, Mirrors, and Draperies
Found in:
Lewis Walpole Library > The road to ruin [graphic].

53.
The south east prospect of Westminster [graphic].

Published / Created:
[1750]
Call Number:
Quarto 724 771N
Collection Title:
Page 185. New London spy, or, A twenty-four hours ramble through the bills of mortality.
Image Count:
1
Resource Type:
still image
Abstract:
Birds'-eye view down the River Thames, looking towards Westminster; Somerset House is seen on the right, with Westminster Abbey and Bridge in the mid-distance; many boats are on the water
Alternative Title:
Southeast prospect of Westminster
Description:
Title etched below image.
Publisher:
J. Hinton
Subject (Geographic):
London (England), Thames River (England),, and Westminster Bridge (London, England),
Subject (Name):
Westminster Abbey,
Subject (Topic):
Bridges, Rivers, and Boats
Found in:
Lewis Walpole Library > The south east prospect of Westminster [graphic].

54.
Tippy Bob [graphic].

Published / Created:
[28 March 1792]
Call Number:
792.03.28.01+ Impression 2
Collection Title:
Page 243. New London spy, or, A twenty-four hours ramble through the bills of mortality.
Image Count:
1
Resource Type:
still image
Abstract:
A dandy, with a large hat, walking stick (or bludgeon), and spurs on his boots, stands at the counter of a shop as he turns away from the pretty woman who awaits his order. Three other dandies sit at a table on the right sipping a drink (hot chocolat...
Description:
Title from item.
Publisher:
Publish'd 28th March 1792, by Robt. Sayer & Co., Fleet Street, London
Subject (Geographic):
England
Subject (Topic):
Clothing & dress, Coffeehouses, Dandies, British, and Interiors
Found in:
Lewis Walpole Library > Tippy Bob [graphic].

55.
Tippy Bob [graphic].

Published / Created:
[28 March 1792]
Call Number:
792.03.28.01+ Impression 1
Collection Title:
Page 243. New London spy, or, A twenty-four hours ramble through the bills of mortality.
Image Count:
1
Resource Type:
still image
Abstract:
A dandy, with a large hat, walking stick (or bludgeon), and spurs on his boots, stands at the counter of a shop as he turns away from the pretty woman who awaits his order. Three other dandies sit at a table on the right sipping a drink (hot chocolat...
Description:
Title from item.
Publisher:
Publish'd 28th March 1792, by Robt. Sayer & Co., Fleet Street, London
Subject (Geographic):
England
Subject (Topic):
Clothing & dress, Coffeehouses, Dandies, British, and Interiors
Found in:
Lewis Walpole Library > Tippy Bob [graphic].

56.
Tippy Bob [graphic].

Published / Created:
[28 March 1792]
Call Number:
Quarto 724 771N
Collection Title:
Page 243. New London spy, or, A twenty-four hours ramble through the bills of mortality.
Image Count:
1
Resource Type:
still image
Abstract:
A dandy, with a large hat, walking stick (or bludgeon), and spurs on his boots, stands at the counter of a shop as he turns away from the pretty woman who awaits his order. Three other dandies sit at a table on the right sipping a drink (hot chocolat...
Description:
Title from item.
Publisher:
Publish'd 28th March 1792, by Robt. Sayer & Co., Fleet Street, London
Subject (Geographic):
England
Subject (Topic):
Clothing & dress, Coffeehouses, Dandies, British, and Interiors
Found in:
Lewis Walpole Library > Tippy Bob [graphic].

57.
Wigs all the rage, or, A debate on the baldness of the times [graphic]

Published / Created:
[24 May 1798]
Call Number:
Quarto 724 771N
Collection Title:
Page 223. New London spy, or, A twenty-four hours ramble through the bills of mortality.
Image Count:
1
Resource Type:
still image
Abstract:
"A man leans from a rostrum (right), holding up his wig, addressing an audience of men and women, seated and standing, most of whom hold up their wigs, disclosing bald or cropped heads. In his left hand is a wig of luxuriant curls which he has taken f...
Alternative Title:
Debate on the baldness of the times
Description:
Title etched below image.
Publisher:
Published 24th May 1798 by Laurie & Whittle, 53 Fleet Street, London
Subject (Topic):
Baldness, Sconces, and Wigs
Found in:
Lewis Walpole Library > Wigs all the rage, or, A debate on the baldness of the times [graphic]

58.
Wigs all the rage, or, A debate on the baldness of the times [graphic]

Published / Created:
[24 May 1798]
Call Number:
798.05.24.02
Collection Title:
Page 223. New London spy, or, A twenty-four hours ramble through the bills of mortality.
Image Count:
1
Resource Type:
still image
Abstract:
"A man leans from a rostrum (right), holding up his wig, addressing an audience of men and women, seated and standing, most of whom hold up their wigs, disclosing bald or cropped heads. In his left hand is a wig of luxuriant curls which he has taken f...
Alternative Title:
Debate on the baldness of the times
Description:
Title etched below image.
Publisher:
Published 24th May 1798 by Laurie & Whittle, 53 Fleet Street, London
Subject (Topic):
Baldness, Sconces, and Wigs
Found in:
Lewis Walpole Library > Wigs all the rage, or, A debate on the baldness of the times [graphic]

59.
[Revels, Covent Garden bagnio, 1736] [graphic].

Published / Created:
[1736?]
Call Number:
Quarto 724 771N
Collection Title:
Page 219. New London spy, or, A twenty-four hours ramble through the bills of mortality.
Image Count:
1
Resource Type:
still image
Description:
Title and date from note in ink below image, on mounting page.
Publisher:
publisher not identified
Subject (Geographic):
Covent Garden (London, England)
Subject (Topic):
Brothels, Prostitutes, Eating & drinking, Alcoholic beverages, Gambling, Sconces, and Beds
Found in:
Lewis Walpole Library > [Revels, Covent Garden bagnio, 1736] [graphic].

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