H. Vernet 1819.
Lith. de G. Engelmann.
Lithograph, printed area 130 x 80mm (5 x 3¼"). Bit dusty.
Bust sculpture of William Pitt (the younger, 1759-1806), prime minister, with a snake coiled around it, suggesting treachery or betrayal. Lithograph by Horace Vernet (1789-1863), painter who was part of a distinguished family of artists including his father Carle and grandfather Joseph.
[Ref: 43917]  £80.00