X [graphic].Lane, Theodore, 1800-1828, printmaker1820.eng"A fight between the four barristers: Brougham and Denman, without shields, wield papers inscribed respectively 'Truth' and 'Justice'. The other two, with shields and a heavy spear, are worsted; at their feet lie Eldon, and (according to the text) Lauderdale and Redesdale (the most aggressive of the peers during the proceedings). In the background (left), among clouds of smoke, the Ministerial forces, with a tattered banner inscribed 'Pains . . Penalties', are retreating to the left. A cheering crowd advances from the right. P. 23: X, for the cross, and the Archer's distress, The battle had roared like a storm thro' the press, ..."--British Museum online catalogueTitle etched below image.Alternative title from letterpress text on facing page of the bound work.Attributed to Theodore Lane in the British Museum catalogue.Sheet trimmed within plate mark.Plate from: Rosco. Horrida bella. London : G. Humphrey, 1820.