Arms of the Foundling Hospital, William Hogarth, between 1747 and 1837

Copy; on the shield, a naked and reclining infant raising its right arm. Supporters, dexter, a terminal figure of 'nature', many-breasted; sinister, 'britannia', holding a cap of liberty on a staff, and her shield. Crest 'a lamb'; motto 'help'; after hogarth. Etching and engraving. Date: between 1747 and 1837. Dimensions: Height: 70 mm (trimmed); Width: 94 mm. Medium: paper. Depicted People: Foundling Hospital. Collection: British Museum. Arms of the Foundling Hospital (BM Cc,1.142)

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