86. A Whimsical Representation of England and Wales. Being the same shape as the Map.
[after James Gillray.] Published 12.th May 1794 by Laurie & Whittle, 53 Fleet Street. Very rare hand coloured etching. 220 x 185mm (8¾ x 7¼"), with large margins. Printers crease. Tear on left just touching the plate mark taped. One very small wormhole on right middle. A copy of James Gillray's caricature map 'Britannia' (published by Hannah Humphrey in 1791, BM Satires 8045), depicting England and Wales as an old hag riding a sea monster. One hand holds a trident, with Anglesey as a small bird on the other. BM Satires 8045A. See also Ref: 42819
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