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Preparing for Action or an English Man of War Engaging Two Dutch Doggers, 9 June 1793

 Item — Box: LF104/2 Box 1
Reference code: LF104/2/59

Scope and Contents

The Duke of York stands full-face but turning his head in profile to the left, between two laughing Dutch courtesans. He holds a glass of wine in his right hand, while the woman on his right takes his arm, holding up a bottle. He holds the hand of the woman on his left, who picks his pocket. An English officer (left) standing by a cannon urinates, his back turned to the Duke; he says, "wine cannot cure the Pain I Indure for my Dear Chloe's Sake." In the background (right) are tents. Hand-coloured etching. Description from The British Museum.

Dates

  • Creation: 9 June 1793

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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