An anonymous caricature etching in the form of a rebus; 1809. Rather than a text-based, standard religious lecture, it is a satirical or humorous visual document where pictures, letters, and symbols are combined to form words, creating a puzzle for the reader to decode. This print refers to a historical scandal from 1809 involving Mary Anne Clarke (the mistress of Prince Frederick, Duke of York and Commander-in-Chief of the British Army). She was exposed for taking bribes to influence military promotions and clerical appointments.
Approx 18.5cms by 24.5cms.
