Political whisper [graphic][20 October 1785]eng"Two men, much caricatured, with large heads, in consultation. Both are fashionably dressed, and wear hats; one (l.), standing full face, wears spurred boots, the other, standing in profile to the left., wears buckled shoes."--British Museum online catalogue, description of variant stateDescription and comment from M.Dorothy George, 'Catalogue of Political and Personal Satires in the British Museum', V, 1935) Perhaps an allusion to the incessant negotiations and intrigues which were going on for Cabinet reconstruction, see 'Corr. of George III', iv. 475-9. 7-8 Nov. 1779, &c.Title etched below image.Originally published 20 October 1779. Publication date and the printmaker's address altered.Variant state of No. 5558 in the Catalogue of prints and drawings in the British Museum. Division I, political and personal satires, v. 5.Temporary local subject terms: Cabinet reconstruction -- Spurs -- Walking staves -- Swords -- Hats.