Engraved broadside poem published shortly after the death of Prince Edward, Duke of Kent, father of the future Queen Victoria. The verses also commemorate Princess Charlotte, three years after her untimely death in 1817. With six vignette illustrations: at the top are images of the Duke of Kent, Kensington Palace, and the Duchess of Kent; and at the foot are images of Prince Leopold, Claremont House, and Princess Charlotte
Alternative Title:
Tear of respect to the memory of a generous & patriotic prince
Description:
Title from item., All engraved., The text, in two columns, begins: Hark, hark! what deep knell is now striking my ear ..., and For further information, consult library staff.
Publisher:
Engraved & published 23rd March 1820 by Jas. Debaufer, 11 Creed Lane, Ludgate Street
Subject (Name):
Charlotte Augusta, Princess of Great Britain, 1796-1817, Edward Augustus, Prince, Duke of Kent, 1767-1820, Victoria Mary Louisa, Duchess of Kent, 1786-1861,, Léopold I, King of the Belgians, 1790-1865,, Claremont House (Surrey, England),, and Kensington Palace (London, England),
