"Indian men and women kneel before a large rectangular pedestal on which stands a golden calf with the head of Hastings. Three Indians lie on the pedestal at Hastings's feet, making gestures of despair and entreaty. From his mouth protrudes a sword (l...
Alternative Title:
Children of India worshipping the golden calf
Description:
Title etched below image.
Publisher:
Publish'd May 15, 1788, by J. Berry, No. 129 Oxford Road
Subject (Name):
Hastings, Warren, 1732-1818, Thurlow, Edward Thurlow, Baron, 1731-1806, Wilkes, John, 1725-1797, and East India Company.
Subject (Topic):
Impeachment, Adoration, Ceremonial objects, Corruption, Idols, Justice, and Liberty
