The Duke of Gloucester walks with the Duke of Cumberland who takes his left arm as they discuss politics. Lithograph by H.B. (John Doyle), 1831.
- Doyle, John, 1797-1868.
- Date:
- March 25 1831
- Reference:
- 651323i
- Part of:
- HB sketches
- Pictures
About this work
Description
The Duke of Gloucester left government due to his opposition to the Reform Act. Although he took little part in politics, Gloucester was an earnest advocate of the abolition of slavery both in parliament and as president of the African Institution. His pompousness and comic appearance made him the butt of caricaturists
Publication/Creation
[London] (26 Haymarket) : T. McLean, March 25 1831 ([London] (Leicester Square) : printed by C. Motte)
Physical description
1 print : lithograph ; image and border 32.5 x 23.9 cm.
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Argumentum and hominem
The Duke of Cumberland says: 'What can you expect from such a ministry. My dear Coz-Men who could not discover your wisdom and talents for office' to which Gloucester replies: 'Oh! there's no good to be hoped from such people.'
Signed 'HB' (pseudonym for John Doyle) far left
References note
British Museum, Catalogue of political and personal satires, Vol. XI, London 1978, no. 16613
Reference
Wellcome Collection 651323i
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Location Status Access Closed stores