The X Mas Academics A Combination Game At Whist

London: J. Bretherton, 1773. Wraps. Very good. 27 x 40 cm. Stipple engraving. Satire on Cambridge academics: four dons are playing whist, grimacing at each other; a man standing beside the table holds up his hand spreading his fingers to signal the cards held by a player seated in front of him; an old woman serves wine; two dogs approach the table; on the wall behind is a portrait of Archbishop Synge. Corner adhesion marks on verso. (Inventory #: 22989)