"HMS Powerful" - Admiral Sir Hedworth Meux engraved by J

engraved by J

Double-page antique print (unfolded)

This is a large 18th century antique engraving of Samuel Butler's mock-herioic narrative poem "Hudibras" by William Hogarth

Condition: very good

"HMS Powerful" - Admiral Sir Hedworth Meux engraved by JAntique print. The Honourable Sir Hedworth Meux (n Lambton; 5 July 1856 20 September 1929) enjoyed an active career which saw him become a household name during the Second Boer War for his actions during the Siege of Ladysmith. His career culminated in his appointment as Admiral of the Fleet. Artist: Sir Leslie Ward ("Spy") Publication date: 28 June 1900 Image size: 395mm x 264mm Condition: very good, slight discolouration and marking to margin edges.