[William Parsons.], James Gillray, 1782

Half length portrait of parsons the actor, standing in profile to the left, taking a pinch of snuff from a box held at arm's-length. He wears a bag-wig and ruffles, his hat is under his left arm. 4 may 1782 hand-coloured etching. Date: 1782. Dimensions: Height: 70 mm; Width: 65 mm. Medium: paper. Depicted People: William Parsons. Collection: British Museum. (William Parsons.) (BM 1851,0901.77)