
Title
British Prime Minister William Pitt
Caption
This print shows Prime Minister William Pitt standing on the British crown, which is possibly being flattened by the weight of his authority. He is holding a flag that depicts implements of slavery, and has an executioners axe at his waist on the left and a tobacco pipe on the right, and in his left hand holds the chains of bondage that are connected to King George III. c1795
Date
1795
Credit line
Photo12/Ann Ronan Picture Library
Reference
ARP18A10_144
License type
Rights managed
Available size
60,0Mb (2,1Mb) / 13,2in x 17,6in / 3965 x 5289 (300dpi)