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The Bottomless-Pitt, 16 March 1792

 Item — Box: LF104/2 Box 1
Reference code: LF104/2/7

Scope and Contents

Engraving (coloured impression) by Gillray. Pitt stands in profile to the right, right hand extended, left hand resting on the table of the House of Commons, on which are books etc. He says "If there is a Fundamental deficiency why call for Papers?" The title and phrase (used by Pitt in the debate) express the exaggerated attenuation of Pitt below the waist. He wears a court-dress with a sword. The print is said to give a realistic impression of Pitt in debate. Grego, 'Gillray', p. 140. Wright and Evans, No. 74. Reprinted, G.W.G., 1830. Partial description from Catalogue of Political and Personal Satires Vol. VI. 8070

Dates

  • Creation: 16 March 1792

Conditions Governing Access

Available by appointment in our Reading Room

Extent

1 Item(s)

Language of Materials

English

Repository Details

Part of the Special Collections and Archives Repository

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