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1.
A new emblematical print lately exhibited at the Hague [graphic].

Published / Created:
[1756]
Call Number:
756.00.00.01
Image Count:
1
Resource Type:
still image
Description:
Title etched above image.
Publisher:
publisher not identified
Subject (Name):
Maria Theresa, Empress of Austria, 1717-1780, Augustus III, King of Poland, 1696-1763, Louis XV, King of France, 1710-1774, Frederick II, King of Prussia, 1712-1786, and Brühl, Heinrich, Graf von, 1700-1763
Subject (Topic):
Carriages & coaches and Drawbridges
Found in:
Lewis Walpole Library > A new emblematical print lately exhibited at the Hague [graphic].

2.
Bung triumphant [graphic].

Published / Created:
[1756]
Call Number:
756.06.00.01 Impression 2
Image Count:
1
Resource Type:
still image
Abstract:
"Satire on the public reaction to Admiral Byng's withdrawal from the defence of Minorca."--British Museum online catalogue
Alternative Title:
Byng triumphant
Description:
Title etched above image.
Publisher:
publisher not identified
Subject (Geographic):
Minorca (Spain)
Subject (Name):
Byng, John, 1704-1757, Wesley, John, 1703-1791, and La Galissonnière, Roland Michel Barrin, marquis de, 1693-1756
Subject (Topic):
History, Gallows, Hangings (Executions), and Memorial arches
Found in:
Lewis Walpole Library > Bung triumphant [graphic].

3.
Illustrations for The Universal songster

Creator:
Marshall, J. R., active 1820-1840, printmaker
Published / Created:
[1825]
Call Number:
75 C889 825
Image Count:
25
Resource Type:
still image
Abstract:
A collection of 20 proof states of the 27 prints after George Cruickshank used as illustrations for The Universal songster; or, Museum of mirth. Most are signed with Marshall's initials 'JRM', with two signed 'J.R. Marshall' and most identify the arti...
Description:
Title devised by cataloger.
Publisher:
publisher not identified
Found in:
Lewis Walpole Library > Illustrations for The Universal songster

4.
John of Gant mounted, or, Mars on his journey [graphic].

Published / Created:
publish'd according to act of Parliament [1749]
Call Number:
749.07.00.01+ Impression 1
Image Count:
1
Resource Type:
still image
Abstract:
The Duke of Cumberland rides a horse towards the left; in the distance are buildings which are labelled 'Eton College'. From his mouth come the words, "My all is in my possession, possession, possession. My all is in my posession. Mounted behind him ...
Alternative Title:
Mars on his journey
Description:
Title engraved below image.
Publisher:
publisher not identified
Subject (Name):
William Augustus, Prince, Duke of Cumberland, 1721-1765
Subject (Topic):
Organ grinders
Found in:
Lewis Walpole Library > John of Gant mounted, or, Mars on his journey [graphic].

5.
The French wolf in sheeps cloathing, or, Englands belle amis [graphic].

Published / Created:
[1758?]
Call Number:
758.00.00.04 Impression 1
Image Count:
1
Resource Type:
still image
Abstract:
"Satire on Samuel Touchet, a Manchester merchant and MP, who is said to importing French cloth to the detriment of the English textile trade. He is shown grasping the Golden Fleece, suspended from the ceiling, while £1200 worth of 'English Goods [are]...
Alternative Title:
French wolf in sheep's clothing and Englands belle amis
Description:
Title etched above image.
Publisher:
Leghorn invt. and print London ; reprinted at the Acorn Fleet Market, Ludgate Hill
Subject (Topic):
Devil
Found in:
Lewis Walpole Library > The French wolf in sheeps cloathing, or, Englands belle amis [graphic].

6.
The H-r t-p man come again [graphic].

Published / Created:
[1743]
Call Number:
Folio 724 C2 738
Image Count:
1
Resource Type:
still image
Abstract:
"Satire on the king and government concerning the employment of Hanoverian troops in England. A cart loaded with Hanoverian turnips is drawn from the right by three horses into the parade ground behind the Treasury.On the left, in front of the leading...
Alternative Title:
Hanover turnip man come again
Description:
Title engraved above image.
Publisher:
publisher not identified
Subject (Geographic):
London (England)
Subject (Name):
George II, King of Great Britain, 1683-1760, Bath, William Pulteney, Earl of, 1684-1764, Egmont, John Perceval, Earl of, 1711-1770, Walpole, Robert, Earl of Orford, 1676-1745, Ombersley, Samuel Sandys, Baron of, 1695-1770, and Yarmouth, Amalie Sophie Marianne von Wallmoden-Gimborn, Countess of, 1706-1765
Found in:
Lewis Walpole Library > The H-r t-p man come again [graphic].

7.
The H-r t-p man come again [graphic].

Published / Created:
[1743]
Call Number:
743.01.00.01+
Image Count:
1
Resource Type:
still image
Abstract:
"Satire on the king and government concerning the employment of Hanoverian troops in England. A cart loaded with Hanoverian turnips is drawn from the right by three horses into the parade ground behind the Treasury.On the left, in front of the leading...
Alternative Title:
Hanover turnip man come again
Description:
Title engraved above image.
Publisher:
publisher not identified
Subject (Geographic):
London (England)
Subject (Name):
George II, King of Great Britain, 1683-1760, Bath, William Pulteney, Earl of, 1684-1764, Egmont, John Perceval, Earl of, 1711-1770, Walpole, Robert, Earl of Orford, 1676-1745, Ombersley, Samuel Sandys, Baron of, 1695-1770, and Yarmouth, Amalie Sophie Marianne von Wallmoden-Gimborn, Countess of, 1706-1765
Found in:
Lewis Walpole Library > The H-r t-p man come again [graphic].

8.
The H-v-n Confectioner General [graphic].

Published / Created:
[1743]
Call Number:
743.07.00.01+ Impression 1
Image Count:
1
Resource Type:
still image
Abstract:
A satirical representation of the Battle of Dettingen, 1743. Overturned canons are piled in a ditch with fascines in the foreground; a large dead limb of a tree separates it from the battle ground. In the left corner the word 'Steelingensat' suggests ...
Alternative Title:
Hanoverian Confectioner General
Description:
Title etched above image.
Publisher:
publisher not identified
Subject (Name):
George II, King of Great Britain, 1683-1760, Stair, John Dalrymple, Earl of, 1673-1747, and Ilten, Otto Christian von, ca. 1687- 1749
Subject (Topic):
Dettingen, Battle of, Karlstein, Unterfranken, Germany, 1743, Campaigns & battles, and Cannons
Found in:
Lewis Walpole Library > The H-v-n Confectioner General [graphic].

9.
The congress of brutes [graphic].

Published / Created:
[1748]
Call Number:
748.05.00.01+
Image Count:
1
Resource Type:
still image
Abstract:
A satire of the Congress and Treaty of Aix-la-Chapelle with references to Silesia and Gibraltar and the territorial concessions made by the British, specifically relinguishing Capr Breton to France. Here the European powers are represented as beasts: ...
Description:
Title engraved above image.
Publisher:
publisher not identified
Subject (Geographic):
Great Britain and Europe
Subject (Topic):
Foreign relations, Politics and government, Animals in human situations, Roosters, Lions, Boars, Dogs, Wolves, Eagles, Leopards, and Griffins
Found in:
Lewis Walpole Library > The congress of brutes [graphic].

10.
The courier [graphic].

Published / Created:
[1765]
Call Number:
765.05.19.01.2+
Image Count:
1
Resource Type:
still image
Abstract:
A courier on horseback blows his horn as he approaches a small building with a sign board dangling from its post "Popularity, The Blown Bladder by W P". A bandaged foot (gouty) resting on a stool is sticking out the door; crutches resting against the ...
Description:
Title etched at top of image.
Publisher:
publisher not identified
Subject (Geographic):
Great Britain
Subject (Name):
William Augustus, Prince, Duke of Cumberland, 1721-1765, Bute, John Stuart, Earl of, 1713-1792, Mansfield, David Murray, Earl of, 1727-1796, and Pitt, William, Earl of Chatham, 1708-1778
Subject (Topic):
Politics and government
Found in:
Lewis Walpole Library > The courier [graphic].

11.
The court fright [graphic].

Published / Created:
[approximately 1743?]
Call Number:
Folio 724 C2 738
Image Count:
1
Resource Type:
still image
Description:
Title from caption above image.
Publisher:
publisher not identified
Subject (Name):
George II, King of Great Britain, 1683-1760, Winchilsea, Daniel Finch, Earl of, 1689-1769, Carteret, John, Earl Granville, 1690-1763, Tencin, Pierre Guérin de, 1679-1758, Yarmouth, Amalie Sophie Marianne von Wallmoden-Gimborn, Countess of, 1706-1765, and France. Marine.
Subject (Topic):
Britannia (Symbolic character) and Campaigns & battles
Found in:
Lewis Walpole Library > The court fright [graphic].

12.
The court fright [graphic].

Published / Created:
[approximately 1743?]
Call Number:
744.00.00.01+
Image Count:
1
Resource Type:
still image
Description:
Title from caption above image.
Publisher:
publisher not identified
Subject (Name):
George II, King of Great Britain, 1683-1760, Winchilsea, Daniel Finch, Earl of, 1689-1769, Carteret, John, Earl Granville, 1690-1763, Tencin, Pierre Guérin de, 1679-1758, Yarmouth, Amalie Sophie Marianne von Wallmoden-Gimborn, Countess of, 1706-1765, and France. Marine.
Subject (Topic):
Britannia (Symbolic character) and Campaigns & battles
Found in:
Lewis Walpole Library > The court fright [graphic].

13.
The crab tree, or, The epilogue to the recruiting serjeant [graphic].

Published / Created:
[1757]
Call Number:
757.04.00.08
Image Count:
1
Resource Type:
still image
Abstract:
"Satire on the partiality of the king and of Newcastle's ministry for Hanover at the expense of Britain. The orchards of England have been stripped and boats loaded with apples are being rowed across the channel to Hanover where the king and his minis...
Alternative Title:
Epilogue to the recruiting serjeant
Description:
Title etched above image.
Publisher:
To be had at the Acorn facing Hungerford Strand & facing Little Suffolk Street, Hedge Lane
Subject (Name):
William Augustus, Prince, Duke of Cumberland, 1721-1765, Newcastle, Thomas Pelham-Holles, Duke of, 1693-1768, Holland, Henry Fox, Baron, 1705-1774, Dodington, George Bubb, Baron of Melcombe Regis, 1691-1762, and Winchilsea, Daniel Finch, Earl of, 1689-1769
Found in:
Lewis Walpole Library > The crab tree, or, The epilogue to the recruiting serjeant [graphic].

14.
The fishermen [graphic].

Published / Created:
[1762]
Call Number:
762.09.00.04 Impression 1
Image Count:
1
Resource Type:
still image
Description:
Title etched above image.
Publisher:
publisher not identified
Subject (Name):
Beardmore, Arthur, d. 1771., Brühl, Heinrich, Graf von, 1700-1763., Bute, John Stuart, Earl of, 1713-1792., Pitt, William, Earl of Chatham, 1708-1778., Murphy, Arthur, 1727-1805, Churchill, Charles, 1731-1764, Beckford, William, 1709-1770, and Smollett, T. 1721-1771 (Tobias),
Subject (Topic):
Sedition, Newspapers, Signs (Notices), Taverns (Inns), and Fishing nets
Found in:
Lewis Walpole Library > The fishermen [graphic].

15.
The flying machine from Edinburgh in one day, perform'd by Moggy Mackensie at the Thistle and Crown

Creator:
Sandby, Paul, 1731-1809, printmaker
Published / Created:
publish'd according to act of Parliamt., 1762.
Call Number:
762.09.25.01.2+
Image Count:
1
Resource Type:
still image
Abstract:
Satire of a witch carrying two Scotsmen on a broomstick from Edinburgh to London, the thistle being an emblemic reference to Scotland and the crown, to England. The coat of arms engraved at top of image with quote from Hopkins Junr. on left and Joel C...
Description:
Title from item.
Publisher:
publisher not identified
Subject (Name):
Bute, John Stuart, Earl of, 1713-1792
Found in:
Lewis Walpole Library > The flying machine from Edinburgh in one day, perform'd by Moggy Mackensie at the Thistle and Crown [graphic].

16.
The ghost of Eustace Budgel Esqr. to the *man in blue most humbly inscrib'd to His Royal Highness

Published / Created:
[1742]
Call Number:
742.00.00.10++ Impression 2
Image Count:
1
Resource Type:
still image and noted music
Abstract:
"A broadside satirising Robert Walpole with an etching in two parts. In the left-hand scene Frederick, Prince of Wales, stands with the Duke of Argyll and other gentlemen, pointing to the left where George II embraces Britannia. In the foreground, the...
Description:
Title from caption above image.
Publisher:
Printed for Eliza Haywood at Fame in the Piazza, Covent Garden, and sold by the printsellers and pamphlet shops of London and Westminster, according to act of Parliament
Subject (Geographic):
Cartagena (Colombia) and Great Britain.
Subject (Name):
George II, King of Great Britain, 1683-1760, Argyle, John Campbell, Duke of, 1680-1743, Frederick Louis, Prince of Wales, 1707-1751, Walpole, Robert, Earl of Orford, 1676-1745, Budgell, Eustace, 1686-1737, Vernon, Edward, 1684-1757, Haddock, Nicholas, 1686-1746, Wolsey, Thomas, 1475?-1530, Wentworth, Thomas, active 1741, and Churchill, Mary Walpole, Lady, 1725?-1801,
Subject (Topic):
English West Indian Expedition, 1739-1742, History, Britannia (Symbolic character), Political corruption, Death (Personification), Bribery, Crowns, Decapitations, Ghosts, Justice, Putti, National emblems, British, French, Germany, and Spanish
Found in:
Lewis Walpole Library > The ghost of Eustace Budgel Esqr. to the *man in blue most humbly inscrib'd to His Royal Highness the Prince of Wales *see the Chinese Orphan, a tragedy for the reason of this term / [graphic]

17.
The ghost of Eustace Budgel Esqr. to the *man in blue most humbly inscrib'd to His Royal Highness

Published / Created:
[1742]
Call Number:
742.00.00.10+ Impression 1
Image Count:
1
Resource Type:
still image and noted music
Abstract:
"A broadside satirising Robert Walpole with an etching in two parts. In the left-hand scene Frederick, Prince of Wales, stands with the Duke of Argyll and other gentlemen, pointing to the left where George II embraces Britannia. In the foreground, the...
Description:
Title from caption above image.
Publisher:
Printed for Eliza Haywood at Fame in the Piazza, Covent Garden, and sold by the printsellers and pamphlet shops of London and Westminster, according to act of Parliament
Subject (Geographic):
Cartagena (Colombia) and Great Britain.
Subject (Name):
George II, King of Great Britain, 1683-1760, Argyle, John Campbell, Duke of, 1680-1743, Frederick Louis, Prince of Wales, 1707-1751, Walpole, Robert, Earl of Orford, 1676-1745, Budgell, Eustace, 1686-1737, Vernon, Edward, 1684-1757, Haddock, Nicholas, 1686-1746, Wolsey, Thomas, 1475?-1530, Wentworth, Thomas, active 1741, and Churchill, Mary Walpole, Lady, 1725?-1801,
Subject (Topic):
English West Indian Expedition, 1739-1742, History, Britannia (Symbolic character), Political corruption, Death (Personification), Bribery, Crowns, Decapitations, Ghosts, Justice, Putti, National emblems, British, French, Germany, and Spanish
Found in:
Lewis Walpole Library > The ghost of Eustace Budgel Esqr. to the *man in blue most humbly inscrib'd to His Royal Highness the Prince of Wales *see the Chinese Orphan, a tragedy for the reason of this term / [graphic]

18.
The grounds [graphic].

Published / Created:
[1741]
Call Number:
741.03.07.02.2+
Image Count:
1
Resource Type:
still image
Abstract:
"Satire on Robert Walpole, showing the grounds for the Motion to remove him from office. In the foreground an extravagantly dressed young woman, representing bribery and corruption, distributes lucrative offices to the clergy, judges, army officers an...
Description:
Title etched above image.
Publisher:
publisher not identified
Subject (Geographic):
Great Britain.
Subject (Name):
Walpole, Robert, Earl of Orford, 1676-1745, Herring, Thomas, 1693-1757, and Courteville, Raphael, -1772
Subject (Topic):
Taxation, Misconduct in office, Great Britain, Politics and government, Clergy, Corruption, Lawyers, and Politcians
Found in:
Lewis Walpole Library > The grounds [graphic].

19.
The indulgent care of the Roman Eagle display'd, or, An emblematic representation of the duty

Published / Created:
[29 July 1757]
Call Number:
757.07.29.01
Image Count:
1
Resource Type:
still image
Abstract:
"Satire on the early stages of the Seven Years War with a map of the German states supported by the double-headed Imperial eagle; Louis XV seizes Alsace and Lorraine and Russian bears tear at Hungary and Moravia; on either side stand commentators uncl...
Alternative Title:
Emblematic representation of the duty incumbent on a patriot prince ... and Indulgent care of the Roman Eagle displayed
Description:
Title etched at top of image.
Publisher:
Published according to act of Parliament, July the 29, 1757 by T. Kitchin at the Star on Holborn Hill
Subject (Name):
Louis XV, King of France, 1710-1774, Benedict XIV, Pope, 1675-1758, and Francis I, Holy Roman Emperor, 1708-1765
Subject (Topic):
Maps, Eagles, Bears, and Birdcages
Found in:
Lewis Walpole Library > The indulgent care of the Roman Eagle display'd, or, An emblematic representation of the duty incumbent on a patriot prince and head of the Germanic body [graphic].

20.
The mountebank [graphic].

Published / Created:
published according to act 1762.
Call Number:
762.05.00.20
Image Count:
1
Resource Type:
still image
Abstract:
A crowd of people, most wearing Scotch plaid, stand before a mountebank's stage, holding out their hands to the charlatan, a caricature of Lord Bute who holds bags of money. Behind him on the floor of the stage is a chest filled with more bags of mone...
Description:
Title etched below image.
Publisher:
publisher not identified
Subject (Geographic):
Great Britain.
Subject (Name):
Bute, John Stuart, Earl of, 1713-1792, Charlotte, Queen, consort of George III, King of Great Britain, 1744-1818, and Smollett, T. 1721-1771 (Tobias),
Subject (Topic):
Political corruption, Patronage, Political, Crowds, Fools & jesters, and Quacks
Found in:
Lewis Walpole Library > The mountebank [graphic].

21.
The noble stand, or, The glorious CCIIII [graphic].

Published / Created:
[circa 1733]
Call Number:
733.03.14.01+
Image Count:
1
Resource Type:
still image
Abstract:
"Satire on the defeat of the Excise Bill. In the foreground, on the left, stands Justice trampling on Oppression, in her scales papers lettered, "Magna Charta", "City Petition" and "204" (the number of members of parliament who voted against the Bill)...
Alternative Title:
Glorious CCIIII and Glorious 204
Description:
Title from item.
Publisher:
publisher not identified
Subject (Geographic):
Great Britain.
Subject (Topic):
Excise tax, Tobacco taxation, Internal revenue, Allegories, and Justice
Found in:
Lewis Walpole Library > The noble stand, or, The glorious CCIIII [graphic].

22.
The recruiting serjeant, or, Brittanniais happy prospect [graphic] / Leonardo da Vinci invt

Creator:
Townshend, George Townshend, Marquis, 1724-1807, printmaker
Published / Created:
[1757]
Call Number:
757.04.00.01.1+ Impression 1
Image Count:
1
Resource Type:
still image
Abstract:
Satire lampooning the attempt by Henry Fox to form a ministry, with Fox leading a recuiting party
Alternative Title:
Brittanniais happy prospect and Britannia's happy prospect
Description:
Title from item.
Publisher:
publisher not identified
Subject (Name):
William Augustus, Prince, Duke of Cumberland, 1721-1765, Holland, Henry Fox, Baron, 1705-1774, Sandwich, John Montagu, Earl of, 1718-1792, Dodington, George Bubb, Baron of Melcombe Regis, 1691-1762, Mendip, Welbore Ellis, Baron, 1713-1802, and Winchilsea, Daniel Finch, Earl of, 1689-1769
Subject (Topic):
Britannia (Symbolic character), Equestrian statues, Drums (Musical instruments), and Musicians
Found in:
Lewis Walpole Library > The recruiting serjeant, or, Brittanniais happy prospect [graphic] / Leonardo da Vinci invt

23.
Ursa major, or, The old city bear [graphic].

Published / Created:
[1756]
Call Number:
756.00.00.89
Image Count:
1
Resource Type:
still image
Alternative Title:
Old city bear
Description:
Title engraved above image.
Publisher:
publisher not identified
Subject (Geographic):
Minorca (Spain)
Subject (Name):
Newcastle, Thomas Pelham-Holles, Duke of, 1693-1768, Barnard, John, 1681-1770, and Bethel, Slingsby, 1695-1758
Subject (Topic):
History, Churches, and Bears
Found in:
Lewis Walpole Library > Ursa major, or, The old city bear [graphic].

24.
Without from the London Gazette of Saturday, June 11, 1757. [graphic]

Published / Created:
[17 June 1757]
Call Number:
757.06.17.01.1+
Image Count:
1
Resource Type:
still image
Abstract:
In the upper right, beneath the French flag, French troops and Indians attack English settlers and burn their homes as signs of general social and political corruption are illustrated in the foreground; each scene is numbered and explained in the key ...
Description:
Title etched above image.
Publisher:
Publish'd according to act of Parliament, June 17, 1757, by T. Ewart at the Bee Hive near St. Martins Lane in the Strand
Subject (Geographic):
United States and Great Britain.
Subject (Name):
George II, King of Great Britain, 1683-1760
Subject (Topic):
History, Political corruption, Backgammon, Clergy, Games, Pleading (Begging), and Starvation
Found in:
Lewis Walpole Library > Without from the London Gazette of Saturday, June 11, 1757. [graphic]

25.
[An emblematical print of Culloden] [graphic].

Published / Created:
[1746?]
Call Number:
746.04.00.02+ Impression 1
Image Count:
1
Resource Type:
still image
Description:
Title and date from British Museum catalogue.
Publisher:
publisher not identified
Subject (Name):
George II, King of Great Britain, 1683-1760, Charles Edward, Prince, grandson of James II, King of England, 1720-1788, Louis XV, King of France, 1710-1774, Benedict XIV, Pope, 1675-1758, and William Augustus, Prince, Duke of Cumberland, 1721-1765
Subject (Topic):
Culloden, Battle of, Scotland, 1746 and Demons
Found in:
Lewis Walpole Library > [An emblematical print of Culloden] [graphic].

26.
[Cromwell Mortimer] [graphic]

Creator:
Rigaud, Jacques, 1681-1754, printmaker
Published / Created:
[1745?]
Call Number:
745.00.00.04 Impression 1
Image Count:
1
Resource Type:
still image
Abstract:
A man sits at a table in his library leaning his head on his hand as he contemplates the sheets of paper before him. An owl sits on the table with a ink well suspended from his mouth and a quill resting in the well. A demon behind the reader holds in ...
Description:
Title and publication date from British Museum catalogue.
Publisher:
publisher not identified
Subject (Name):
Mortimer, Cromwell, -1752 and Pope, Alexander, 1688-1744.
Subject (Topic):
Libraries (Rooms & spaces), Owls, Quacks, and Demons
Found in:
Lewis Walpole Library > [Cromwell Mortimer] [graphic]

27.
[Mr. Pulteney's duel with Lord Hervey].

Published / Created:
[1731]
Call Number:
731.01.25.01
Image Count:
1
Resource Type:
still image
Abstract:
Mr. Pulteney duels with Lord Hervey in a country road, an open field behind them and in the distance trees against a dark, cloudy sky. In the foreground on the right stands the figure of Sir Robert Walpole who points to the two duelers
Description:
Title and imprint from British Museum catalogue.
Publisher:
publisher not identified
Subject (Name):
Bath, William Pulteney, Earl of, 1684-1764, Ickworth, John Hervey, Baron, 1696-1743, and Walpole, Robert, Earl of Orford, 1676-1745
Subject (Topic):
Daggers & swords and Dueling
Found in:
Lewis Walpole Library > [Mr. Pulteney's duel with Lord Hervey].

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