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Boney's Trial, Sentence, and Dying Speech

Thomas Rowlandson

National Gallery of Art

This is a drawing of a courtroom scene. The image depicts various figures dressed in historical attire in a trial setting. A prominent figure is standing and addressing the court with a raised hand. Dignified individuals are observing from behind a barrier. A large panel with detailed writing is on the right side of the image, next to a figure seated next to a menacing character. The scene is satirical, showing expressions of indignation, curiosity, and judgment on the faces of the onlookers and participants in a richly decorated courtroom setting.

Artwork Details

Date
published 1815
Medium
hand-colored etching
Dimensions
4516 × 3433 px
Public Domain
Yes
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