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Two-Penny Whist

Print by James Gillray, printed for publisher Henry G. Bohn and subsequently hand-coloured.

A sketch of a party at the house of Gillray's publisher, Mrs Humphrey. Mrs Betty Marshall, Humphrey's shopkeeper, wins the game. Humphrey herself is depicted.

Originally published 11 January 1796.

The New Dynasty; - or - the little Corsican Gardiner planting a Royal Pippin Tree

Print by James Gillray, printed for publisher Henry G. Bohn and subsequently hand-coloured.

Satirises the dynastic ambitions of Napoleon on the Continent, planting a Pippin Tree representing the genealogy of Lord Moira. The "Royal Oak" of British constitutionalism is hacked at by supposed domestic sympathisers- Lord Howick, Lord Grenville, and the Marquis of Buckingham.

Originally published 1807.

The Bridal Night

Uncoloured print by James Gillray, printed for publisher Henry G. Bohn.

Depicts some distinguished personages of the English court receiving the newly wed Prince of Württemberg and royal princess.

Originally published 18 May 1797.

Temperance enjoying a Frugal Meal

Print by James Gillray, printed for publisher Henry G. Bohn and subsequently hand-coloured.

Caricatures the parsimony of the Royal household, depicting King George III and Queen Charlotte.

Originally published 28 July 1792.

Stealing Off: - or - prudent Secesion

Uncoloured print by James Gillray, printed for publisher Henry G. Bohn.

Fox is depicted seceding from Parliament, suggested as a reaction to the discoveries of his political intrigues with Irish rebels. He is accompanied by two faithful dogs, Lord Grey and M.A. Taylor. The rest of the Whig party remain in place, eating their words.

Originally published 6 November 1798.

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