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1.
[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]

2.
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].

3.
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
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

4.
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].

5.
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].

6.
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].

7.
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
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].

8.
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].

9.
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].

10.
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].

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