Romney, R., active approximately 1795-, printmaker
Published / Created:
[1 May 1795]
Call Number:
646 802 M243 v.4 pt.1
Image Count:
1
Resource Type:
still image
Abstract:
"In a square, horses in the foreground pulling the conspirators to a raised platform in the left middle ground for the execution, a number of spectators watching the event."--British Museum online catalogue
"Street scene. The showman (right) stands in profile to the right looking up at Punch and Judy who perform on their tiny stage, the supports of which are covered by a checked material. A monkey wearing a cocked hat and coat stands on his shoulder and ...
Alternative Title:
Punch's puppet show
Description:
Title etched below image.
Publisher:
Published 12th Sepr. 1795 by Laurie & Whittle, 53 Fleet Street, London
Subject (Topic):
City & town life, Criminals, Crowds, Dogs, Milkmen, Monkeys, Organ grinders, Peddlers, Puppet shows, Spectators, and Street vendors
